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SFR 219

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

52,587 mi
Last recorded52,587 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFR 219
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 52,587 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 52,497 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 52,405 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 52,317 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 52,014 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 52,007 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2020 51,869 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 51,629 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 51,253 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 51,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 49,905 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 49,086 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 48,780 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 47,984 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 47,270 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 43,314 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 42,806 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 42,492 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 42,479 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

exhaust manifold has slight exhaust gas leak

front number plate cracked

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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SFR 219 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SFR 219, 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 SFR 219?

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What year was SFR 219 registered?

SFR 219 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 August 1986.

Is SFR 219 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFR 219 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFR 219 have outstanding finance?

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