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TFL 250

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,785 mi
Last recorded46,785 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFL 250
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 46,785 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 46,696 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 46,649 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 46,631 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 46,440 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 46,436 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 46,402 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 46,320 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 46,171 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 45,944 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,905 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 45,827 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2014 45,403 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 45,258 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 44,988 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front reg plate has a crack but not likely to be misread

Pass 7 Jun 2010 44,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 44,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 44,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2007 44,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2006 43,301 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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TFL 250 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TFL 250, 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 TFL 250?

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What year was TFL 250 registered?

TFL 250 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 February 1986.

Is TFL 250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFL 250 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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