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T950 XUM

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,946 mi
Last recorded20,946 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT950 XUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 20,946 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 20,516 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 20,495 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 20,445 miles

all brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 21 Jun 2021 20,406 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 24 Jun 2020 20,402 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,270 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 20,169 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 20,169 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 19,430 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,927 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 18,501 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 17,718 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 17,044 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,146 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 16,146 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 15,299 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 14,299 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

drivers rear view mirror deteriorating

Fail 21 Jun 2010 14,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

drivers rear view mirror deteriorating

nearside rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 23 Jun 2009 12,889 miles

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

Fail 23 Jun 2009 12,889 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

Pass 18 Jun 2008 12,033 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 12,033 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,118 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 9,347 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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T950 XUM 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 T950 XUM, 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 T950 XUM registered?

T950 XUM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is T950 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T950 XUM 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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