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S225 DDP

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

77,656 mi
Last recorded77,656 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS225 DDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 77,656 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 77,634 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 77,615 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 77,592 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 76,351 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 76,266 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 76,195 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 75,280 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 72,071 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 71,041 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 69,016 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 66,140 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 63,680 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 60,356 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 59,884 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 59,614 miles

chips in screen

Fail 7 Jun 2011 59,613 miles

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

chips in screen

Pass 7 Jun 2010 57,728 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 54,134 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2009 54,128 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2008 50,837 miles

cat rattling

oil seepage at pas box

Pass 13 Jun 2007 48,096 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front tyres wearing on edges †rear tyres wearing inside edges †oil seepage at pas box

Pass 27 Jun 2006 46,172 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil seepage at pas box area †play in steering idler arm bushes

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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S225 DDP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S225 DDP, 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

How do I check the history of S225 DDP?

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What year was S225 DDP registered?

S225 DDP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 February 1999.

Is S225 DDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S225 DDP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S225 DDP have outstanding finance?

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