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SL 9853

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

78,165 mi
Last recorded78,165 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL 9853
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 78,165 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 78,150 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 77,858 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 77,770 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 77,710 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 77,560 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 77,401 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 77,395 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 77,395 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 77,124 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 76,909 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 76,712 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 76,712 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 76,518 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 76,098 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 75,708 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 75,209 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 74,754 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 74,341 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 73,568 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 71,082 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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SL 9853 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 SL 9853, 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 38 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 SL 9853?

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What year was SL 9853 registered?

SL 9853 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 December 1988.

Is SL 9853 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL 9853 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL 9853 have outstanding finance?

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