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B889 FGT

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

164,656 mi
Last recorded164,656 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB889 FGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 164,656 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 164,651 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 164,631 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 164,625 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 164,616 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 164,590 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 164,553 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 164,553 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 163,990 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 163,287 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 162,421 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 161,803 miles

power steering box damp

Pass 12 Nov 2013 161,025 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 160,307 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

steering box and reservoir appear damp

Pass 17 Nov 2011 159,927 miles

steering box damp.

Pass 19 Nov 2010 159,497 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 159,117 miles

steering box damp

Pass 17 Nov 2008 157,254 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2007 156,986 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 156,986 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

tested wet

Pass 8 Nov 2006 155,385 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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B889 FGT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 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 B889 FGT, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B889 FGT registered?

B889 FGT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B889 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B889 FGT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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