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S516 PAG

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,664 mi
Last recorded106,664 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS516 PAG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 106,664 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 105,688 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 104,505 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 104,502 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

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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S516 PAG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S516 PAG, 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 S516 PAG?

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What year was S516 PAG registered?

S516 PAG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S516 PAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S516 PAG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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