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D884 FYJ

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

98,212 mi
Last recorded98,212 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD884 FYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 98,212 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 97,905 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 97,905 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2024 97,451 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 96,898 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 96,361 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 95,338 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 94,917 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end / inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 94,858 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 94,568 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 94,568 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 94,246 miles

Central exhaust support rubber broken.

Pass 10 May 2016 94,002 miles

Centre exhaust support rubber broken

Pass 13 May 2015 93,804 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 92,861 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 92,302 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 91,878 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 91,467 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 90,752 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 90,222 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 89,180 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 87,884 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 87,111 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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D884 FYJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 D884 FYJ, 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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How do I check the history of D884 FYJ?

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What year was D884 FYJ registered?

D884 FYJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D884 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D884 FYJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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