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193 SF

1989 Mercedes-benz S-class

Red Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,435 mi
Last recorded25,435 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class127,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration193 SF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 25,435 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 25,320 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 25,279 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 25,279 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 25,221 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 25,092 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 24,813 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 24,498 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 24,035 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,881 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2011 23,881 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 22,693 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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193 SF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 127,629 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 193 SF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 193 SF?

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What year was 193 SF registered?

193 SF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is 193 SF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 193 SF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 193 SF have outstanding finance?

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