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T61 TPA

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,952 mi
Last recorded23,952 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT61 TPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 23,952 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 23,766 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged offside mirror glass delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 23,536 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 23,105 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 23,105 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 22,582 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 22,288 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 22,276 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 21,661 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,035 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,649 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 19,821 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 19,434 miles

front wipers smear

Pass 12 May 2011 18,917 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 17,624 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 16,404 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 15,364 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 14,195 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 12,914 miles

offside front tyre in poor condition

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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T61 TPA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 T61 TPA, 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 T61 TPA registered?

T61 TPA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is T61 TPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T61 TPA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T61 TPA have outstanding finance?

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