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E904 DFC

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

60,101 mi
Last recorded60,101 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE904 DFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 60,101 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 59,609 miles

Centre exhaust silencer has very slight leak.

Fail 3 Jun 2025 59,609 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Centre exhaust silencer has very slight leak.

Pass 17 Jun 2024 59,411 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 59,411 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 59,174 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 58,487 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 58,216 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 57,722 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 57,721 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2019 56,861 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 55,880 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 55,880 miles

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

Sound deadening material insecure drivers floor (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Strong petrol smell in car and in boot but no leak visible.

Pass 8 May 2017 54,946 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 52,998 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 52,856 miles

slight leak from centre exhaust

Pass 27 Aug 2014 52,825 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 52,772 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 52,766 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 52,756 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 52,436 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 51,840 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in streeing wheel

streeing damper weak

Pass 20 Mar 2009 48,100 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 44,562 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 40,346 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 39,594 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 39,479 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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E904 DFC is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 E904 DFC, 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

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What year was E904 DFC registered?

E904 DFC is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E904 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E904 DFC shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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