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V8 DFN

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

11,675 mi
Last recorded11,675 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 DFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 11,675 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (inner sidewall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (inner sidewall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 11,405 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 11,333 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 11,262 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 11,262 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 11,122 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 10,999 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 10,787 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 10,744 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 10,534 miles

Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 10,125 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 9,993 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 9,794 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 9,570 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 8,861 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 8,541 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 8,163 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 7,441 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 6,748 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 5,583 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,318 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 4,833 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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V8 DFN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc 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 V8 DFN, 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.

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What year was V8 DFN registered?

V8 DFN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V8 DFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 DFN 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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