1985 Mercedes-Benz SL 2.7L Petrol · C870 DMF
1985 Mercedes-Benz SL (2.7L, petrol). First registered 19 Nov 1985. Recorded mileage 55,489 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1985 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,489 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C870 DMF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 55,489 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C870 DMF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Mercedes-Benz Sl (C870 DMF) between June 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”.
C870 DMF Mileage History
- 29/06/202254,938 mi
- 20/07/202254,957 mi+19 mi
- 29/09/202355,075 mi+118 mi
- 08/07/202455,235 mi+160 mi
- 22/05/202655,489 mi+254 mi
Average of roughly 141 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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