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T408 XBX

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,273 mi
Last recorded85,273 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT408 XBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 85,273 miles

Centre Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2012 81,306 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 66,388 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 57,267 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 50,755 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 48,739 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 47,572 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 47,572 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 36,742 miles

oil leak on diff

Pass 10 Mar 2006 18,960 miles

n/s/r tyre close to limit

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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T408 XBX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T408 XBX, 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.

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What year was T408 XBX registered?

T408 XBX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T408 XBX safe to buy?

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Does T408 XBX have outstanding finance?

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