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MHC 987

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,694 mi
Last recorded94,694 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHC 987
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 94,694 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive steerig box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 94,662 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 94,600 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 94,460 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 93,833 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 93,669 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 93,390 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 93,138 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 92,526 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 91,981 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 91,541 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 91,541 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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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MHC 987 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 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 MHC 987, 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 41 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 MHC 987 registered?

MHC 987 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is MHC 987 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHC 987 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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