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S6 ERB

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

100,508 mi
Last recorded100,508 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 ERB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 100,508 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 97,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 95,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower borderline pass (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 93,483 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 91,548 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 89,369 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 87,030 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 83,875 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 80,556 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 77,207 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 73,120 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 68,673 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 63,580 miles

both rear tyres wearing slightly low

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 18 Feb 2013 58,908 miles

offside door mirror glass faded

Pass 8 Feb 2012 53,863 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 50,460 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 45,647 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 43,580 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 41,735 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 40,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 40,028 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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S6 ERB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S6 ERB, 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 S6 ERB?

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What year was S6 ERB registered?

S6 ERB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 January 1999.

Is S6 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S6 ERB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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