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V1 LCA

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,310 mi
Last recorded67,310 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV1 LCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 67,310 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 67,267 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 66,104 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 61,174 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 55,505 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 50,685 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 50,685 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres cut showing chords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 44,831 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 39,177 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 33,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 29,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,622 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 22,092 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 21,136 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 21,074 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 20,618 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 20,606 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 18,774 miles

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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V1 LCA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V1 LCA, 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 V1 LCA?

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What year was V1 LCA registered?

V1 LCA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V1 LCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V1 LCA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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