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FLA 987Y

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,795 mi
Last recorded105,795 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLA 987Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 105,795 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 105,735 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 105,534 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 105,468 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 105,367 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 105,337 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 105,313 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 May 2008 105,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 May 2008 105,283 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 May 2007 105,212 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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FLA 987Y is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FLA 987Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FLA 987Y?

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What year was FLA 987Y registered?

FLA 987Y is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 December 1986.

Is FLA 987Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLA 987Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLA 987Y have outstanding finance?

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