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D75 GYE

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,651 mi
Last recorded77,651 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD75 GYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 77,651 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 72,381 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 71,460 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 71,130 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 May 2017 70,751 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 70,313 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 69,493 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 68,098 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 67,686 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 67,268 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 62,592 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 61,327 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 59,811 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 58,035 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 55,952 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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D75 GYE is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D75 GYE, 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 D75 GYE?

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What year was D75 GYE registered?

D75 GYE is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D75 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D75 GYE shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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