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T985 RMX

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,218 mi
Last recorded90,218 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT985 RMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 90,218 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 90,072 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel pipe corroded or covered in underseal.

Pass 15 Jun 2022 89,908 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded near fuel tank ()

Pass 24 Mar 2021 89,680 miles

Nearside Front wing showing corrosion

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

all suspension components showing corrosion

all under body corroded

rear exhaust system showing corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2019 89,628 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 89,396 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 89,160 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 86,278 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 83,354 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2014 81,094 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

catalytic converter noisey

Pass 19 Mar 2013 79,509 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 77,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in n s steering idler

Pass 28 Mar 2011 72,249 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 70,385 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 60,009 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 57,104 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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T985 RMX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 T985 RMX, 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 T985 RMX registered?

T985 RMX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 March 1999.

Is T985 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T985 RMX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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