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F3 SPK

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,875 mi
Last recorded37,875 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 SPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2026 37,875 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 20 Oct 2025 37,711 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 37,343 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 36,949 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 36,539 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 36,290 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 36,056 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 34,989 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 33,864 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,365 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 29 Apr 2016 32,675 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 32,484 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 32,333 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 32,066 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 31,192 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 30,961 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 30,563 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 29,265 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 25,014 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 24,880 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 24,557 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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F3 SPK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F3 SPK, 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 F3 SPK registered?

F3 SPK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is F3 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 SPK shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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