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D84 YRF

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

82,106 mi
Last recorded82,106 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD84 YRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 82,106 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 82,103 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 82,099 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 82,099 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested vehicle running above optimum temp (1.2.1 (g))

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

Pass 15 May 2020 81,827 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 81,708 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 80,491 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 80,319 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 79,680 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 79,113 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 76,559 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 75,955 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 69,207 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 66,268 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 61,663 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 58,129 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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D84 YRF is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 83,827 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 D84 YRF, 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 39 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 D84 YRF?

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What year was D84 YRF registered?

D84 YRF is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D84 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D84 YRF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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