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T509 GGT

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,297 mi
Last recorded85,297 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT509 GGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 85,297 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 83,986 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 83,716 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 83,470 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 82,991 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 82,442 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 80,253 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 74,690 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 66,808 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 59,071 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 40,421 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,388 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 38,949 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 37,861 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 35,907 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 34,889 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 30,650 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 22,146 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,401 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 19,456 miles

o/s rear tyre perished on outer wall but cords not exposed

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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T509 GGT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 T509 GGT, 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 T509 GGT registered?

T509 GGT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T509 GGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T509 GGT shows 20 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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