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71 GTV

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

20,627 mi
Last recorded20,627 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration71 GTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 20,627 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 20,047 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 19,999 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 19,174 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 18,781 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 18,603 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,484 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 18,293 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 18,097 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 18,003 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 17,882 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 17,882 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 17,801 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres cracking/perishing.

Pass 24 Jun 2014 17,801 miles

all tyres cracking/perishing.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,590 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 17,345 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,219 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 16,996 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 16,731 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 16,731 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 8 May 2008 16,414 miles

bulb warning light illuminated

front number plate deteriorated

mercedes grill badge insicure

Pass 3 May 2007 15,972 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 15,586 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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71 GTV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 71 GTV, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 71 GTV registered?

71 GTV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 February 1989.

Is 71 GTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 71 GTV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 71 GTV have outstanding finance?

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