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V153 JKV

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,800 mi
Last recorded48,800 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV153 JKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2026 48,800 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 48,626 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 48,268 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 47,447 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 46,025 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 44,786 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 44,168 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 42,319 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 40,894 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 40,235 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 38,942 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 38,793 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 37,880 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 37,467 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 36,136 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 35,308 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 34,123 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 33,054 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 30,993 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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V153 JKV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V153 JKV, 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 V153 JKV?

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What year was V153 JKV registered?

V153 JKV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V153 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V153 JKV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V153 JKV have outstanding finance?

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