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AAC 7S

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,495 mi
Last recorded114,495 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAC 7S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 114,495 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 114,121 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 114,094 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 113,956 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 113,955 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 113,881 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 113,847 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 113,635 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 113,615 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 113,524 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 113,220 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 112,882 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 112,806 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 112,729 miles

Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 May 2013 112,722 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 25 May 2012 112,603 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 112,527 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 May 2010 112,339 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 112,339 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 112,033 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

washers weak

Pass 12 May 2008 111,691 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 111,305 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 111,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 May 2006 110,857 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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AAC 7S is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AAC 7S, 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 AAC 7S registered?

AAC 7S is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is AAC 7S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAC 7S shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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