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E12 RAW

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,100 mi
Last recorded39,100 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE12 RAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 39,100 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 38,890 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 38,752 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 38,712 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 38,612 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 38,612 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen refit washer pipe to jet (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 38,431 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 38,430 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pipe/union by pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 38,359 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 38,327 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 38,255 miles

Offside Front wheel slightly binding

various small oil leaks

Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,223 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 38,165 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 37,538 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 37,337 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 36,835 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 36,611 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Oct 2012 36,582 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 36,131 miles

slight freeplay in steering damper

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 14 Oct 2010 35,392 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 34,514 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 32,741 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 29,116 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2006 26,254 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Oct 2006 26,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2005 22,146 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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E12 RAW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E12 RAW, 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

How do I check the history of E12 RAW?

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What year was E12 RAW registered?

E12 RAW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is E12 RAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E12 RAW shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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