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C806 MHK

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,389 mi
Last recorded178,389 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC806 MHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 178,389 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 178,383 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

fuel pump has slight leak

Pass 7 Mar 2024 178,127 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear hubs have slight play

Fail 7 Dec 2023 178,112 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded ABS Mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Hub Play

Offside Rear Hub Play

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2023 178,101 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded By pedals (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By subframe mount under ABS pump (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Around pump (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/65/15 94V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Delaminating and cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2008 178,055 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 177,759 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 176,383 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 174,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C806 MHK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 93,665 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C806 MHK, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C806 MHK registered?

C806 MHK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 April 1986.

Is C806 MHK safe to buy?

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