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M17 NSJ

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,929 mi
Last recorded108,929 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 NSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 108,929 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 106,833 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 105,834 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 103,458 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 103,124 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 103,122 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Feb 2017 98,255 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 95,661 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 92,177 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 88,116 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 85,031 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

osr tyre slightly cracked

Pass 9 Feb 2012 83,035 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 80,729 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2011 80,729 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 78,661 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 78,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 75,299 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 75,299 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 May 2007 74,256 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 72,725 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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M17 NSJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M17 NSJ, 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 M17 NSJ registered?

M17 NSJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is M17 NSJ safe to buy?

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