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JSK 997

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

111,295 mi
Last recorded111,295 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSK 997
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 111,295 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 110,983 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 109,750 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

centre stop lamp inoperative

Pass 9 Nov 2021 107,293 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

centre stop lamp inoperative

Pass 29 Oct 2020 105,477 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 105,279 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 105,087 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 103,782 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 101,553 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 98,836 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 98,836 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 96,416 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 92,768 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 92,522 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 92,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 85,039 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 78,406 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 69,756 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 63,240 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 56,727 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 49,723 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 42,702 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 42,702 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 35,488 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 35,482 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Mar 2005 33,038 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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JSK 997 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JSK 997, 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 JSK 997 registered?

JSK 997 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is JSK 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSK 997 shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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