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95 JL

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

73,597 mi
Last recorded73,597 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration95 JL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 73,597 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 69,342 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 65,747 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 62,183 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 57,153 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 56,391 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 55,759 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 54,705 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 54,704 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2017 53,879 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 53,599 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 15 May 2015 53,012 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 50,165 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 48,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 47,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2011 45,541 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 42,345 miles

rear brake hoses starting to perish

Pass 4 Jul 2009 39,410 miles

front brake discs starting to wear

front wheel bearings slight play

handbrake performance slightly low

Pass 26 Jun 2008 33,524 miles

both front tyre treads wearing on outer edges

Pass 21 Jun 2007 27,878 miles

front wheel bearings slight play

steering damper slight weep

Pass 29 Jun 2006 24,298 miles

both front wheel bearings slight play

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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95 JL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 67,886 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 95 JL, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 95 JL registered?

95 JL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is 95 JL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 95 JL 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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