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V277 OKJ

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

48,558 mi
Last recorded48,558 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV277 OKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 48,558 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2025 47,263 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 44,331 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 44,287 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 44,031 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 43,860 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 43,539 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 43,483 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 43,402 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 43,256 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 43,108 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 42,680 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 42,599 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 42,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 42,421 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 42,217 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 42,032 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 41,647 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 40,903 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both front tyres inner walls starting to crack

both front tyres wearing on outside edge

Pass 1 Aug 2008 39,809 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 38,826 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 38,130 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 37,615 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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V277 OKJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 V277 OKJ, 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 V277 OKJ registered?

V277 OKJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V277 OKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V277 OKJ shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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