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T15 LOV

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,796 mi
Last recorded44,796 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT15 LOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2026 44,796 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2026 44,796 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2025 44,669 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 44,395 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 44,395 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 44,069 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 41,884 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 41,884 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 41,228 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 38,109 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 38,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 32,420 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 27,720 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 26,115 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 25,810 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 25,053 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 23,690 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 22,895 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 21,618 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 20,934 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 18,515 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 15,991 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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T15 LOV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc 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 T15 LOV, 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 T15 LOV registered?

T15 LOV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 April 1999.

Is T15 LOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T15 LOV 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.

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