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F125 ERP

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,463 mi
Last recorded102,463 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF125 ERP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 102,463 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 102,457 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 3.6% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 102,292 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 101,488 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 101,358 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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F125 ERP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F125 ERP, 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 F125 ERP?

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What year was F125 ERP registered?

F125 ERP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 June 1989.

Is F125 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F125 ERP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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