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S82 BWP

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,642 mi
Last recorded20,642 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS82 BWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 20,642 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2026 20,564 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 20,527 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 20,022 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 19,998 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 19,997 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 19,990 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 19,985 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 19,945 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 16,345 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 16,009 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 14,580 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 12,555 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 10,836 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 10,836 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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S82 BWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S82 BWP, 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 S82 BWP registered?

S82 BWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S82 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S82 BWP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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