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T973 CGD

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,180 mi
Last recorded39,180 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT973 CGD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 39,180 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 38,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 36,865 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 35,604 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 34,070 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 34,070 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 32,192 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 31,209 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 29,653 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 26,428 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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T973 CGD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T973 CGD, 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 T973 CGD?

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What year was T973 CGD registered?

T973 CGD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T973 CGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T973 CGD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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