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T794 VVX

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,563 mi
Last recorded46,563 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT794 VVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 46,563 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 46,533 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 46,533 miles

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 46,518 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 46,462 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 46,293 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 46,234 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 45,892 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 45,289 miles

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

slight play in the near-side steering drop arm bush

Pass 5 Mar 2018 44,664 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 44,307 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 43,538 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 42,712 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 41,521 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 39,384 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 36,982 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 34,949 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 33,518 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 31,203 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,038 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 31,031 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 30,860 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 29,458 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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T794 VVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 T794 VVX, 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 T794 VVX registered?

T794 VVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is T794 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T794 VVX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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