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G777 VMD

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG777 VMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 58,442 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 56,659 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 55,913 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 55,147 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 54,663 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 54,385 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 53,691 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 53,302 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 52,885 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 52,564 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,170 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 49,427 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 48,627 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 47,891 miles

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

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 20 Jun 2011 44,263 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 44,263 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 41,218 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,916 miles

headlamp flash not working.

Pass 4 Jun 2008 38,639 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 37,571 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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G777 VMD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 G777 VMD, 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 G777 VMD registered?

G777 VMD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G777 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G777 VMD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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