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T860 RNS

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,528 mi
Last recorded129,528 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT860 RNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 129,528 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 129,528 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 123,355 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 118,201 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 118,115 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 118,115 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 117,977 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 117,694 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 117,659 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 117,612 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 117,457 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 116,154 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 116,154 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 114,851 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 113,052 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2013 110,570 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 105,220 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 105,220 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 94,696 miles

o/s/f + n/s/f discs corroded on inside

Pass 11 Aug 2010 74,795 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 62,556 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 58,211 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 52,723 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 52,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 46,992 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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T860 RNS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T860 RNS, 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

How do I check the history of T860 RNS?

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What year was T860 RNS registered?

T860 RNS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 1999.

Is T860 RNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T860 RNS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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