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F185 UMM

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,408 mi
Last recorded78,408 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF185 UMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 78,408 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 78,383 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 78,371 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 78,316 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 78,300 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 78,213 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 78,204 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative ALL LAMPS (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 78,177 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 78,169 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 78,133 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 78,125 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 78,050 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 78,042 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 77,929 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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F185 UMM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F185 UMM, 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 F185 UMM registered?

F185 UMM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 May 1989.

Is F185 UMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F185 UMM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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