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S25 KSM

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,901 mi
Last recorded71,901 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS25 KSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 71,901 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 71,579 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 70,954 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 70,352 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 70,352 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Differential pinion seal leaking

Gear oil sump corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Floor corroded through

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Anti roll bar link (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel pipes corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2021 70,074 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2019 69,478 miles

Differential leaking oil

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge and stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe corroded

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Various front suspension components corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2018 68,566 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 67,874 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 67,874 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 64,693 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 63,648 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 60,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 56,803 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 48,665 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres 3-4 mm

Pass 27 May 2011 42,739 miles

Diff oil leak - Pinion

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 38,920 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 28,094 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 22,862 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 15,633 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 14,096 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Jun 2006 14,096 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

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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S25 KSM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S25 KSM, 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 S25 KSM?

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What year was S25 KSM registered?

S25 KSM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 March 1999.

Is S25 KSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S25 KSM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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