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MXI 61

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

110,522 mi
Last recorded110,522 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 61
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 110,522 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 110,469 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 110,311 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 110,149 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 109,892 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 109,613 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 109,364 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 108,933 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 108,525 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 108,272 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 107,583 miles

Exhaust system starting to corrode

Pass 13 Nov 2014 107,104 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 106,625 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 106,013 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

centre and rear sections of exhaust in poor condition

Pass 2 Dec 2011 102,291 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 95,780 miles

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil Leaks

Rear exhaust box corroding

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

Slight play in steering box

Pass 13 Nov 2010 95,780 miles

Oil Leaks

Rear exhaust box corroding

Slight play in steering box

Pass 7 Dec 2009 92,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2008 92,223 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 5 Jun 2006 91,133 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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MXI 61 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 MXI 61, 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 MXI 61?

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What year was MXI 61 registered?

MXI 61 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is MXI 61 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 61 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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