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F799 CVF

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,390 mi
Last recorded46,390 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF799 CVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 46,390 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 45,304 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 44,308 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 43,495 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 41,896 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 40,932 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 40,894 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 40,832 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 40,776 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 40,546 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 40,420 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 40,314 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 40,119 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 40,048 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 39,954 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 39,916 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 39,174 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 38,994 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,933 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 38,743 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nsf tyre side wall damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2007 38,026 miles

nsf tyre side wall slightly damaaged

Pass 18 Jul 2006 37,709 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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F799 CVF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F799 CVF, 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 F799 CVF?

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What year was F799 CVF registered?

F799 CVF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 1989.

Is F799 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F799 CVF shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F799 CVF have outstanding finance?

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