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D833 DRV

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,008 mi
Last recorded60,008 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD833 DRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 60,008 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 59,707 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 59,670 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 59,012 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 58,884 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 58,806 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 58,506 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2017 58,265 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 58,255 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 58,153 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 58,133 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 58,110 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 57,784 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 57,629 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres have shoulder wear

power steering pipes at steering box area,and on steering box,dampness,though not any leaks at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2011 52,732 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 49,405 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 49,205 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 49,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 48,432 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 46,581 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 42,713 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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D833 DRV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 D833 DRV, 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 D833 DRV registered?

D833 DRV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D833 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D833 DRV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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