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T280 JAL

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,592 mi
Last recorded36,592 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT280 JAL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 36,592 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 36,481 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 36,291 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 36,095 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 36,036 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 35,740 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 35,663 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 34,935 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 33,995 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 33,141 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 31,986 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 30,841 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 29,792 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 28,693 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 27,597 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 26,827 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 25,348 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 22,954 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 21,190 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,095 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 16,968 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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T280 JAL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T280 JAL, 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 T280 JAL registered?

T280 JAL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 May 1999.

Is T280 JAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T280 JAL shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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