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T508 ONV

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

93,632 mi
Last recorded93,632 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT508 ONV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 93,632 miles

Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 93,138 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 92,369 miles

Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded arch

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

Pass 31 May 2023 91,735 miles

Nearside Front Suspension top mount rubber deteriorated

Nearside washer jet blocked, Windscreen still clears

Offside Catalytic converter rattling

Offside Front Suspension top mount rubber deteriorated

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 89,929 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 88,659 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 86,723 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 84,640 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded other pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2018 84,640 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded other pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 83,300 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 82,312 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 82,312 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Dec 2014 80,185 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 80,185 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 77,847 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 73,511 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 71,788 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 70,972 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 69,805 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 69,421 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 65,755 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 60,393 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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T508 ONV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 T508 ONV, 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 T508 ONV registered?

T508 ONV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T508 ONV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T508 ONV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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