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G793 CLF

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

96,203 mi
Last recorded96,203 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG793 CLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 96,203 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 96,203 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 91,901 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 86,866 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 84,551 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 82,733 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 82,728 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 80,483 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 79,190 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2019 79,190 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 76,941 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 76,941 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2017 73,859 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 71,325 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 70,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2012 67,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 64,272 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 59,416 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 53,750 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 47,588 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 47,588 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 42,624 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 41,800 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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G793 CLF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 G793 CLF, 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 G793 CLF registered?

G793 CLF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G793 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G793 CLF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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