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F77 CHG

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,766 mi
Last recorded91,766 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF77 CHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 91,766 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 91,308 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 90,886 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 90,391 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 90,231 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 89,415 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 89,211 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 88,394 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 87,967 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 87,125 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 86,690 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 86,230 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 84,604 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 83,773 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 83,266 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 82,467 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 81,613 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 80,347 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 78,672 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 77,797 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 76,456 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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F77 CHG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 F77 CHG, 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 F77 CHG?

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What year was F77 CHG registered?

F77 CHG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F77 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F77 CHG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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