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1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SL
United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SL is a UK-delivered example with a factory hardtop and a believed-genuine 97,930 miles. It boasts 18 main dealer service stamps, indicating diligent maintenance, but the MOT has expired and mileage is not warranted.
Condition
7
Based on the description, the car presents very well outside and especially inside. It has 18 main dealer service stamps and has been cherished by previous owners. However, the MOT is expired, and the mileage is not warranted, suggesting some level of risk or uncertainty about its mechanical condition.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1070412A046306
Chassis No:
Odometer:
97,930 miles
C178 KBO
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
June 2022 The ultimate six-cylinder derivative of Mercedes-Benz's renowned R107-series, the 300SL was introduced at the September 1985 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Equipped with Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection, its in-line SOHC M103 2962cc engine developed some 177bhp and 188lbft of torque (outputs sufficient for a reputed 125mph top speed).
Sharing the same two-door monocoque bodyshell, all-around independent coil-sprung suspension, and power-assisted steering as its V8 brethren it proved notably more fuel efficient.
Fitted with a four-speed automatic transmission as standard, it further benefited from improved anti-corrosion treatment and ABS brakes.
Only in production between 1985 and 1989, just 13,443 300SLs are thought to have been despatched worldwide.
This Mercedes-Benz 300SL was delivered new by Mercedes-Benz main dealer Lancaster Garages (Ipswich) Ltd on the 23 rd of April 1986 to Mr R.V.
Goodwin of Coggeshall, Essex.
Now with 10 previous registered keepers, the car is only s...
Points of note
£555
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£19,884
Median Price (Since 2020)
£77,953
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jan 14 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
97,934 miles
Registration Date
1986-04-23
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 15 2026 with 97,934 miles
Failed
On Jun 14 2022 with 97,929 miles
There were 7 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- fuel filter pipe corroded
- steering arm gaiters perishing
Passed
On Jun 02 2021 with 97,666 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- slight blow on exhaust
- condition of font number plate
Passed
On May 23 2018 with 97,406 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- osf fog light inop
- front number plate cracked
- some oil around engine and gearbox
Passed
On May 17 2016 with 96,778 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- corrosion nearside rear brake pipe to flexi
- corrosion starting nearside front lower suspension arm
Passed
On May 14 2015 with 96,310 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
User Entered:
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
- Chassis And Underbody Corrosion
Passed
On May 09 2014 with 95,826 miles
Failed
On Apr 30 2014 with 95,818 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
User Entered:
- damage to front number plate
- corrosion to both rear brake hose ferrules
- unable to inspect brake pads dues to trims fitted
Passed
On Apr 26 2013 with 95,406 miles
Passed
On Jan 11 2012 with 94,686 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
User Entered:
- brake dust covers fitted front and rear
Passed
On Jan 28 2011 with 93,983 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
User Entered:
- unable to inspect brake pads due to dust covers fitted
Passed
On Jan 07 2010 with 93,457 miles
Failed
On Nov 26 2009 with 93,446 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
User Entered:
- corrosion to offside rear fuel pipe
- condition of front number plate
- unable to fully inspect brakes due to disc covers
Passed
On Dec 05 2008 with 92,552 miles
Passed
On Dec 04 2007 with 91,573 miles
Passed
On Dec 07 2006 with 90,096 miles
Passed
On Dec 07 2005 with 88,929 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
User Entered:
- corrosion to feul pipe into filter BORDER-LINE
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