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T31 POT

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,264 mi
Last recorded43,264 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT31 POT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 43,264 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 42,477 miles

Central Exhaust baffles loose and rattling.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 41,595 miles

Nearside Front Lower Spot not working

Pass 27 Aug 2015 40,812 miles

Centre Exhaust rubber mounting perished.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2011 40,439 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,332 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 38,253 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 38,253 miles

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

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

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f headlamp cracked

o/s/f tyre very near limit 2.1mm

Pass 26 Jun 2008 35,042 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 35,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 32,365 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 30,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s headlight glass cracked

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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T31 POT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 67,886 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 T31 POT, 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 T31 POT?

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What year was T31 POT registered?

T31 POT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T31 POT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T31 POT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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