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D340 JJD

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,561 mi
Last recorded122,561 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD340 JJD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 122,561 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 121,499 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 120,605 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 119,936 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 119,925 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 118,450 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 117,487 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 117,364 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 115,951 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 114,223 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 114,223 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 113,262 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 113,262 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 113,100 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 113,099 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 112,401 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 112,339 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 112,171 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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D340 JJD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 D340 JJD, 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 D340 JJD registered?

D340 JJD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 November 1986.

Is D340 JJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D340 JJD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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