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F756 TLX

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

110,615 mi
Last recorded110,615 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF756 TLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 110,615 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 110,389 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 110,389 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 110,063 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 109,871 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 109,501 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 109,363 miles

Coolant leak

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 109,091 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 108,842 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 108,254 miles

Rear differential leaking oil

slight lift in offside front lower ball joint

Pass 20 Jul 2016 107,531 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

auxillary belt perished/cracked

Pass 13 Jul 2015 106,621 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 104,830 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 102,299 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 99,457 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 99,193 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 25 Jan 2012 99,193 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 97,519 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 97,143 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise horn low torn

advise os washher jet weak

Pass 22 Sep 2009 93,706 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 89,354 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 83,320 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 78,036 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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F756 TLX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 F756 TLX, 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 38 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 F756 TLX registered?

F756 TLX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F756 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F756 TLX 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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