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G27 UYP

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

124,073 mi
Last recorded124,073 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG27 UYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 124,073 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 124,047 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 124,003 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 123,943 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 123,891 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 123,887 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 123,689 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 123,405 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 122,974 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 122,883 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 122,582 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 121,877 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 120,750 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 119,631 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 118,416 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Nov 2010 118,416 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 117,461 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 116,578 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 113,910 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

both near side tyres side walls perishing

Pass 6 Nov 2006 112,506 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 110,298 miles

N/S OUTER SILL AROUND JACKING POINT CORRODING

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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G27 UYP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc 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 G27 UYP, 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.

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What year was G27 UYP registered?

G27 UYP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 November 1989.

Is G27 UYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G27 UYP 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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