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V147 RNP

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,287 mi
Last recorded47,287 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV147 RNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 47,287 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 47,020 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 46,622 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 46,335 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 45,918 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 45,282 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 45,194 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 44,899 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 44,634 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 44,634 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2017 44,343 miles

Fuel pipe slightly chafed Front to Rear (7.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 43,324 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 43,324 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 42,709 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 42,186 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 41,733 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 40,697 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2012 40,697 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 38,498 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 33,717 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 31,923 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 May 2008 30,441 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 29,211 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 26,495 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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V147 RNP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V147 RNP, 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 V147 RNP registered?

V147 RNP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 October 1999.

Is V147 RNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V147 RNP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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