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C966 CRU

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

67,229 mi
Last recorded67,229 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC966 CRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 67,229 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 67,229 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 65,309 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 65,147 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 64,971 miles

Front Both headlamp beams/aim at lowest level

Nearside Front N/S/F brake binding - not excessive

Offside Rear O/S/R brake binding - not excessive

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 64,944 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 64,862 miles

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 28 Mar 2017 64,452 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 64,198 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed locating grommets missing (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Fuel hose slightly chafed deteriorated flexible hose (7.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed locating grommets missing (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2016 64,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed locating grommets missing (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Fuel hose slightly chafed deteriorated flexible hose (7.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed locating grommets missing (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 63,991 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 63,503 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 63,466 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 63,304 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 62,836 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2010 62,836 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 62,022 miles

all 4 tyres slightly perished

Pass 7 Jun 2007 62,794 miles

both front tyres slight cracking on walls

Pass 10 Jul 2006 62,716 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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C966 CRU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 C966 CRU, 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

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What year was C966 CRU registered?

C966 CRU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C966 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C966 CRU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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