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E9 DRA

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

61,033 mi
Last recorded61,033 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 DRA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 61,033 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 60,801 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 60,591 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 60,454 miles

centre/rear exhaust silencer outer cover heavily corroded

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 30 Nov 2021 60,287 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 60,093 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 59,929 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 59,674 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 59,179 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above differential (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 58,725 miles

n/s and o/s/front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Sep 2015 57,595 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 55,250 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 53,620 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 53,620 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 52,312 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 52,302 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

0il leak on engine

Pass 24 Oct 2011 50,649 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 47,993 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 47,906 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 47,797 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 47,450 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 22,414 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 22,410 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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E9 DRA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 E9 DRA, 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 E9 DRA registered?

E9 DRA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is E9 DRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E9 DRA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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