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V250 ABD

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

65,461 mi
Last recorded65,461 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV250 ABD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 65,461 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2023 65,442 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 65,311 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 64,753 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 63,712 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 60,613 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 58,337 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 15 Feb 2017 56,150 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 54,598 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 55,036 miles

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

interior washer lamp on

Fail 26 Jan 2015 55,035 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

interior washer lamp on

Pass 21 Feb 2014 51,385 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 51,383 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 48,612 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 44,324 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 38,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 38,980 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 36,943 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 32,606 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 27,283 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 22,212 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 15,873 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 15,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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V250 ABD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V250 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

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What year was V250 ABD registered?

V250 ABD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 October 1999.

Is V250 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V250 ABD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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