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F442 NVR

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,891 mi
Last recorded77,891 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF442 NVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 77,891 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 77,891 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 77,776 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 77,774 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 77,578 miles

front subframe bushes have slight play

Pass 28 Oct 2021 77,180 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 76,933 miles

Rear rear fuel pipe corroding

Pass 16 Sep 2019 76,208 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 75,210 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 74,549 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 73,924 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 73,124 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 72,691 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 71,940 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 71,934 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 71,287 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 69,859 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 68,724 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 68,724 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 67,707 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 66,866 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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F442 NVR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 F442 NVR, 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 F442 NVR registered?

F442 NVR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 January 1989.

Is F442 NVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F442 NVR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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