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DSL 786

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,351 mi
Last recorded54,351 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSL 786
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,970cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 54,351 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 54,150 miles
Pass 17 May 2020 53,955 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 53,905 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 53,654 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 53,356 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 52,757 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 49,832 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 46,241 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 43,239 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,926 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 40,277 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 40,277 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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DSL 786 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 85,052 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 DSL 786, 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 35 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 DSL 786?

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What year was DSL 786 registered?

DSL 786 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is DSL 786 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSL 786 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSL 786 have outstanding finance?

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