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SIL 4008

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

64,914 mi
Last recorded64,914 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIL 4008
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 64,914 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 61,770 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 61,770 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 60,892 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 60,529 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 60,512 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

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

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 59,660 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 58,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake pipe corroded

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

oil leak

Pass 26 May 2020 58,066 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component staering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 56,873 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 55,726 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 54,697 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 53,815 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 52,814 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,525 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal deterioating

sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2014 51,525 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal deterioating

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 May 2013 50,127 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 48,978 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 47,539 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2010 43,565 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 43,565 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 39,020 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 34,596 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,571 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 18,283 miles

front tyres getting low

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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SIL 4008 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 SIL 4008, 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 SIL 4008?

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What year was SIL 4008 registered?

SIL 4008 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is SIL 4008 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIL 4008 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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