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C736 FWT

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,268 mi
Last recorded54,268 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC736 FWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 54,268 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 54,267 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords all four tyres perished to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2014 54,252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 29 Apr 2014 54,252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 21 May 2012 53,616 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 52,657 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 51,918 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 51,805 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 51,484 miles

exhaust badly corroded

Pass 31 May 2006 51,461 miles

exhaust badly correded

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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C736 FWT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C736 FWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C736 FWT?

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What year was C736 FWT registered?

C736 FWT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 September 1985.

Is C736 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C736 FWT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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