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F551 OJE

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

102,410 mi
Last recorded102,410 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF551 OJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 102,410 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 101,599 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 100,448 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 99,998 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 99,615 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 98,653 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 98,483 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 98,066 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 97,656 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 96,470 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 95,302 miles

Offside Front light rust osf inner wing

Pass 30 Jan 2016 95,288 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2014 94,440 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 94,205 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 93,718 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 93,486 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 93,485 miles

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

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

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 93,322 miles

Advise rear axle bushes slightly worn.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight oil leak.

Pass 18 Feb 2009 92,979 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 92,871 miles

rear front subframe bushes split

rear fuel pipes corroding

small oil leak from engine

Pass 21 Feb 2007 92,493 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 92,241 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 92,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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F551 OJE is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 F551 OJE, 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 F551 OJE?

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What year was F551 OJE registered?

F551 OJE is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is F551 OJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F551 OJE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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