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C88 XWD

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

51,940 mi
Last recorded51,940 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC88 XWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 51,940 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 51,909 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 51,868 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine oil leak not excessive

Front propshaft coupling starting to split

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Rear brakes binding slightly

front sub frame mounting bushes getting soft

power steering leak not excessive

small exhaust blow centre section

Pass 18 Nov 2023 51,778 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 51,684 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Box (2.1.5 (a))

Service brake binding but not excessively All 4 (1.2.1 (f))

Steering Damper Leaking Slightly

Pass 12 Nov 2021 51,669 miles

Front Steering Damper Slight Oil Leak

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 51,491 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 51,291 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 50,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 50,271 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 50,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 49,276 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 48,383 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 47,508 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 46,966 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2010 46,963 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2009 46,214 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

very slight binding on n/side front brake

Fail 2 Sep 2009 46,214 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

very slight binding on n/side front brake

Pass 4 Nov 2005 45,960 miles

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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C88 XWD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 C88 XWD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C88 XWD?

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What year was C88 XWD registered?

C88 XWD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C88 XWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C88 XWD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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