CarVerify

Free Car Check

S7 RJV

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,541 mi
Last recorded98,541 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS7 RJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 98,541 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 97,549 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 95,382 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 94,851 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 94,851 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 93,170 miles

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

Rear Inner exhaust silencer corroded but not leaking at time of test.

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

Fail 28 Sep 2019 93,170 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Inner exhaust silencer corroded but not leaking at time of test.

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 90,771 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 90,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 87,945 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 85,157 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre cracking on side wall

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

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

Offside Front cracking on sidewall

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

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

Fail 27 May 2016 85,143 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake pedal travel high after standing

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded transverse (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 84,830 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 84,311 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 80,541 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 76,799 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 71,404 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 66,105 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 60,583 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 54,640 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 47,050 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 47,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S7 RJV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S7 RJV, 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 S7 RJV?

You can check the full history of S7 RJV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S7 RJV registered?

S7 RJV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S7 RJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S7 RJV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S7 RJV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S7 RJV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.