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F15 DBM

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,677 mi
Last recorded39,677 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF15 DBM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 39,677 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 38,827 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 37,688 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 37,050 miles

Brake fluid discoloured

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Prop coupling, cracking, minor

Pass 8 Jul 2022 36,036 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 35,097 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 34,321 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 33,654 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 31,484 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 29,878 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 28,576 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 27,264 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 25,182 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 23,190 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 23,152 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 20,184 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 17,950 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 16,501 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,193 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 13,491 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 13,409 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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F15 DBM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 F15 DBM, 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 F15 DBM registered?

F15 DBM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 February 1989.

Is F15 DBM safe to buy?

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