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V466 FTN

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,033 mi
Last recorded94,033 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV466 FTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 94,033 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 91,678 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 89,679 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 89,679 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2016 84,747 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 84,747 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Both sides (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working Offside (1.3.2b)

Side repeater incorrect colour Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Under trays fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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V466 FTN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 V466 FTN, 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 V466 FTN registered?

V466 FTN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V466 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V466 FTN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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