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V119 GSG

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,012 mi
Last recorded69,012 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV119 GSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 69,012 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

parts of underside have been corrosion treated not allowing full inspection of some items

Pass 26 Feb 2024 66,177 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 65,703 miles

Nearside Front wishbone corroded

Offside Front wishbone corroded

Rear rear subframe corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2022 64,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 61,233 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 60,942 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 59,734 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 58,579 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 57,548 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 55,788 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 54,152 miles

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

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

both front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 12 May 2014 53,718 miles

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

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

gearbox sump slightly corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2013 52,048 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2013 52,043 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 49,743 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 49,830 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 49,392 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 49,101 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 48,192 miles

diff oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2007 45,473 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 42,902 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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V119 GSG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V119 GSG, 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.

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What year was V119 GSG registered?

V119 GSG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is V119 GSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V119 GSG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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