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HYP 3R

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,810 mi
Last recorded135,810 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYP 3R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 135,810 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle underbody corroded in and out of prescribed areas

Pass 20 Sep 2018 135,421 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 135,295 miles

Offside Front outer tyre wall perished

Fail 14 Sep 2017 135,295 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front outer tyre wall perished

Pass 14 Sep 2016 134,997 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 134,049 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 133,959 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 133,306 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 133,013 miles

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

Headlamps - require adjustment (low)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Oil leaks - engine/G/box

Undersealed - heavy under vehicle

Pass 23 Nov 2006 129,650 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 128,317 miles

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

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

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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HYP 3R is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HYP 3R, 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

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What year was HYP 3R registered?

HYP 3R is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 March 1986.

Is HYP 3R safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYP 3R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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