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V986 FAP

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

57,564 mi
Last recorded57,564 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV986 FAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 57,564 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 57,095 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides slightly lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides slightly lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 56,833 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 56,081 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 55,315 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 55,158 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 54,939 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 54,846 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 54,549 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 53,704 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 51,978 miles

Centre stop light not working

Fail 25 May 2016 51,978 miles

Centre stop light not working

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 51,592 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 51,592 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 51,561 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 50,223 miles

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

o/s/front tyre slight crackink in outer wall & tread

Pass 26 Jul 2010 49,256 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 48,698 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 47,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2007 46,375 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 46,375 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 42,374 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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V986 FAP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V986 FAP, 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 V986 FAP registered?

V986 FAP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V986 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V986 FAP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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