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MRZ 9815

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

55,164 mi
Last recorded55,164 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRZ 9815
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 55,164 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front attachment bracket/mounting insecure under vehicle

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front attachment bracket/mounting badly corroded under vehicle

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 54,869 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 54,280 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 53,434 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 52,422 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 50,981 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 49,630 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 46,228 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 44,877 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 May 2017 44,422 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 43,745 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 43,745 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2015 42,930 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 42,190 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 42,190 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 40,646 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear pads getting low 75-80% worn.

Rear tyres getting low 3mm

Pass 24 Apr 2012 39,108 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 39,108 miles

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

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

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

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,321 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

high level brake light inop

Pass 27 Apr 2010 35,282 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 33,542 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 31,037 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

SUSPECT FAULT AT CENTRE REAR STOP LAMP

Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,528 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 27,518 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 24,958 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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MRZ 9815 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 MRZ 9815, 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 MRZ 9815 registered?

MRZ 9815 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 May 1999.

Is MRZ 9815 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRZ 9815 shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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