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PSC 784

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,820 mi
Last recorded25,820 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSC 784
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 25,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 25,061 miles

Brake pedal feel soft

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2024 24,815 miles

Brake pedal feel soft work ok

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 24,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 23,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 22,817 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 22,817 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2017 22,214 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 22,214 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 21,098 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened rusted (3.5.1n)

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened rusted (3.5.1n)

Pass 9 May 2015 20,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 20,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 20,535 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,701 miles

Front and rear brake discs rusted.

Tyres perished.

Pass 1 Jun 2011 19,696 miles

front and rear discs rusted car been park up for long time

Pass 6 May 2010 19,675 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 19,663 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 17,966 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 17,966 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 17,015 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 16,379 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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PSC 784 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PSC 784, 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 PSC 784 registered?

PSC 784 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is PSC 784 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSC 784 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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