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MDZ 3513

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,586 mi
Last recorded80,586 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDZ 3513
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 80,586 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fuel pipe corroded @ filter accumulator

Pass 20 Jun 2025 80,130 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 79,829 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 79,646 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 79,520 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 79,341 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 78,975 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 78,608 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 78,316 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 77,801 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 77,522 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 77,021 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 76,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 76,450 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 76,219 miles

both front tyre side walls cracked /perished slightly

Fail 27 May 2011 76,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

ns fr fog lamp inoperative

os fr tyre slightly perished on outer side wall/.no cord showing

Pass 6 Apr 2010 75,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 74,534 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 74,079 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 74,079 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 72,118 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 70,121 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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MDZ 3513 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MDZ 3513, 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

How do I check the history of MDZ 3513?

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What year was MDZ 3513 registered?

MDZ 3513 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 August 1987.

Is MDZ 3513 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDZ 3513 shows 22 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.

Does MDZ 3513 have outstanding finance?

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