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F717 NSP

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

84,788 mi
Last recorded84,788 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF717 NSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 84,788 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 84,788 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 83,918 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 83,563 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 83,183 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 83,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 82,527 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 81,887 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 81,135 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 81,135 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 80,271 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2015 80,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 79,459 miles

both front tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 26 Mar 2013 78,415 miles

both front tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 27 Mar 2012 77,637 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 77,057 miles

Front tyres beginning to crack due to age.

Pass 31 Mar 2010 76,135 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 75,206 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 75,206 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 74,315 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 73,171 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 72,163 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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F717 NSP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F717 NSP, 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 F717 NSP?

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What year was F717 NSP registered?

F717 NSP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 February 1989.

Is F717 NSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F717 NSP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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