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AHM 37S

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

49,195 mi
Last recorded49,195 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHM 37S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 49,195 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 48,627 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 48,312 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 48,312 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 47,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 46,844 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 45,290 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 45,289 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 45,168 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 44,972 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,446 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing worn

Pass 13 Nov 2015 43,554 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 43,090 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 42,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wiper smearing. jusr clear screen

Pass 14 Nov 2013 42,699 miles

front wiper smearing. jusr clear screen

Fail 12 Nov 2012 42,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 42,243 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 40,955 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 40,955 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 36,485 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 32,560 miles

Arm bushes broken..

Exhaust rattle..

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pas leak..

diff leak..

Pass 25 Jan 2008 29,560 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 29,560 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 25,154 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 21,058 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 21,052 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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AHM 37S is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 AHM 37S, 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 AHM 37S registered?

AHM 37S is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 November 1999.

Is AHM 37S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHM 37S shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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