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C2 EPS

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,061 mi
Last recorded88,061 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 EPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 88,061 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 87,672 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 87,245 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 87,042 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 86,469 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 85,151 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 85,029 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 84,450 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 84,310 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 84,276 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 83,984 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 82,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 82,012 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2007 81,554 miles

Oil leak

slight play nearside idler arm

Pass 17 Jun 2006 80,779 miles

slight play steering

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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C2 EPS is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 83,827 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 C2 EPS, 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 39 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 C2 EPS?

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What year was C2 EPS registered?

C2 EPS is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 September 1987.

Is C2 EPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 EPS shows 15 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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