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HEZ 808

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,860 mi
Last recorded45,860 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

RegistrationHEZ 808
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 45,860 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 45,192 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 44,943 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 44,269 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 44,248 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 43,510 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 42,373 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 40,885 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 40,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 39,891 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 39,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 38,558 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 38,558 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 37,305 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 37,305 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 35,078 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,991 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 29,392 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,010 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,918 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,631 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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HEZ 808 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HEZ 808, 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 HEZ 808 registered?

HEZ 808 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 April 1999.

Is HEZ 808 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEZ 808 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HEZ 808 have outstanding finance?

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