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V548 GLM

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,356 mi
Last recorded45,356 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV548 GLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 45,356 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL COVERED IN GREASE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 45,285 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 45,140 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 44,846 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 44,681 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 44,383 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 44,108 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 43,514 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 43,072 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 42,782 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 42,005 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 41,399 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 40,640 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 39,895 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 38,764 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 38,755 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 37,750 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 35,936 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 33,923 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 31,619 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 27,279 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 26,539 miles

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

Offside 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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V548 GLM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 V548 GLM, 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 V548 GLM registered?

V548 GLM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V548 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V548 GLM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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