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D269 LBW

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,437 mi
Last recorded115,437 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD269 LBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 115,437 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 114,119 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 114,119 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 112,422 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 112,349 miles

Nearside Front Lower arm slightly corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2021 112,294 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 112,180 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 112,161 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 112,107 miles

Front Inner Valance Corroded

Fail 29 Aug 2019 112,101 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 112,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 111,914 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 111,778 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 111,776 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 111,306 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 110,977 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 110,805 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 110,490 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 109,945 miles

front nearside headlamp slight dirty.

Fail 16 May 2011 109,940 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

front nearside headlamp slight dirty.

Pass 26 May 2010 109,271 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 108,672 miles

Nearside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 May 2009 108,671 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 May 2008 107,730 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 107,037 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 105,065 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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D269 LBW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 D269 LBW, 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 D269 LBW registered?

D269 LBW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D269 LBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D269 LBW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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