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D267 GCD

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

118,722 mi
Last recorded118,722 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD267 GCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 118,722 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 118,720 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid flexy (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 118,683 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded corroded with in 30cm of steering drop arm mounting (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive various oil and fluid leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Inner wing and chassis leg around battery tray starting to corrode

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective stone chip and small hole in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing first signs of cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail at bottom of firewall and floor junction starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear sill and inner wheel arch starting to corrode

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing first signs of cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Starting to corrode around front jacking points at both sides

Various fuel pipes corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2023 118,566 miles

Both sides sills starting to corrode in and around jacking points

Front headlamp aims only just met the required standard

Fuel pipes around fuel pump corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner wing, bulk head, chassis rail inter section starting to corrode

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective stone chip and small hole in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Fog lamp not working

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Paint starting bubble at base of 'B' pillar and sill joint

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of front to rear pipe greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 118,536 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

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

Both sides sills starting to corrode in and around jacking points

Fuel pipes around fuel pump corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner wing, bulk head, chassis rail inter section starting to corrode

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective stone chip and small hole in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Fog lamp not working

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Paint starting bubble at base of 'B' pillar and sill joint

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of front to rear pipe greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 118,095 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine oil leaks.

Pass 27 Aug 2021 117,462 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 117,462 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 116,364 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2019 116,364 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 113,594 miles

Front Brakes dragging

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2009 113,040 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 113,040 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2008 112,588 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 112,580 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 112,439 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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D267 GCD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 D267 GCD, 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 D267 GCD registered?

D267 GCD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 1986.

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