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SEW 777

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,973 mi
Last recorded16,973 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEW 777
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 16,973 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 16,961 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 16,881 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 16,393 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 16,226 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 16,226 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 16,054 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake out of balance

exhaust emissions on limit

Pass 28 May 2020 159,989 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 15,978 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 15,659 miles

exhaust rubber hanger missing but exhaust system still adequately supported

Pass 16 Aug 2014 15,644 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,436 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 15,219 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 15,117 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 10,560 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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SEW 777 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SEW 777, 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 SEW 777?

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What year was SEW 777 registered?

SEW 777 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is SEW 777 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEW 777 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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