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S806 CDV

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

27,849 mi
Last recorded27,849 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS806 CDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 27,849 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 27,553 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 27,083 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 25,821 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 25,774 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 25,655 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 25,362 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 25,237 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 24,829 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 24,516 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 24,338 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 24,216 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 23,884 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 23,275 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 23,024 miles

front number plate damaged

n/s/r brake flutuation

Pass 3 Feb 2011 22,173 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 21,070 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 21,070 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 20,337 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 19,689 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 19,685 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 18,046 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 16,843 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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S806 CDV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 S806 CDV, 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

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What year was S806 CDV registered?

S806 CDV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 February 1999.

Is S806 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S806 CDV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S806 CDV have outstanding finance?

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