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LCC 954

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,583 mi
Last recorded13,583 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCC 954
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 13,583 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 13,429 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 13,320 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 12,951 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 12,845 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 12,786 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 12,682 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 12,521 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 12,175 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 11,825 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 11,612 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 11,612 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,449 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 11,168 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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LCC 954 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LCC 954, 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 LCC 954?

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What year was LCC 954 registered?

LCC 954 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is LCC 954 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCC 954 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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