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YBL 37

1999 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,723 mi
Last recorded22,723 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBL 37
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 22,723 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 22,699 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 22,622 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 22,600 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 22,600 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 22,560 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 22,560 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 22,425 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 22,396 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 22,396 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 22,340 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 22,240 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 21,963 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 21,326 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 21,110 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 20,826 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 20,685 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 20,528 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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YBL 37 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 67,886 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YBL 37, 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

How do I check the history of YBL 37?

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What year was YBL 37 registered?

YBL 37 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is YBL 37 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBL 37 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YBL 37 have outstanding finance?

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