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V226 ABD

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,394 mi
Last recorded31,394 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV226 ABD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 31,394 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 30,971 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 30,971 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 30,333 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 29,585 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 29,086 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 29,086 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 28,353 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2017 26,741 miles

Nearside Front n/s/f tyre minor cuts in outer sidewall

Rear rear mid section exhaust corroded slight perished

Pass 3 Feb 2016 25,062 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 24,065 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 21,497 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 18,668 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 17,392 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 15,751 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 15,690 miles

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

vehicle underbody shows signs of surface corrosion to front suspension componants

Pass 16 Oct 2008 15,016 miles

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)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 14,359 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 13,864 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 13,276 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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V226 ABD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V226 ABD, 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 V226 ABD?

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What year was V226 ABD registered?

V226 ABD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 October 1999.

Is V226 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V226 ABD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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