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F778 UTW

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,072 mi
Last recorded67,072 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF778 UTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 67,072 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 66,632 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 65,998 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 65,339 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 64,907 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 64,113 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 63,060 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 62,797 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 62,607 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 62,393 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 62,168 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 61,944 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 61,645 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 61,412 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 61,115 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 60,425 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 59,663 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 59,263 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 59,153 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 59,152 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 May 2007 59,113 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2006 58,898 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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F778 UTW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F778 UTW, 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 F778 UTW?

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What year was F778 UTW registered?

F778 UTW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F778 UTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F778 UTW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F778 UTW have outstanding finance?

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