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T975 JVX

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,479 mi
Last recorded100,479 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT975 JVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2011 100,479 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2011 100,479 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 97,098 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 97,098 miles

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre close to limit

Pass 20 May 2008 89,611 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 84,100 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 77,184 miles

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

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

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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T975 JVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T975 JVX, 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 T975 JVX?

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What year was T975 JVX registered?

T975 JVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is T975 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T975 JVX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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