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F797 DGJ

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,885 mi
Last recorded121,885 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF797 DGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 121,885 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 121,600 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 121,121 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking poin area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2006 98,330 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 98,330 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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F797 DGJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 F797 DGJ, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F797 DGJ registered?

F797 DGJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 August 1988.

Is F797 DGJ safe to buy?

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