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T513 RVA

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,815 mi
Last recorded47,815 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT513 RVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 47,815 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 47,655 miles

All brake pipes coated in grease preventing proper inspection

Pass 12 Jun 2024 47,398 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 46,589 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES GREASED (1.1.11 (c))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 45,981 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both, slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2021 45,907 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both, slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 43,965 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 43,675 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 42,912 miles

undershield fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2016 41,343 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 38,662 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 36,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 34,061 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 31,691 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 28,786 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 26,280 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 23,660 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 21,567 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 18,566 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 15,543 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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T513 RVA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T513 RVA, 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 T513 RVA registered?

T513 RVA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 April 1999.

Is T513 RVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T513 RVA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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