£7,875
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 ****** Just 40,986 miles from new with ten service stamps
United Kingdom • 8 Mar 2026 • Lot 71
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 is a low-mileage (40,986) example with a well-documented service history, including ten service stamps and previous M.O.T. certificates. With only three owners from new and offered at no reserve, it presents a rare opportunity to acquire a usable modern classic.
Condition
8
The car is described as a 'refined and highly original example' with the bodywork presenting 'attractively in keeping with the indicated mileage'. It has low mileage (40,986) and a well-documented history with ten service stamps. While it's not stated to be in perfect condition, the description suggests minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1290642F179696
Chassis No:
Odometer:
40,986 miles
T495 CRF
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
MOT – July 2026 Few modern classics encapsulate the effortless sophistication of late twentieth century Mercedes-Benz quite as convincingly as the R129 SL.
Introduced at the close of the 1980s and produced for over a decade, the model combined understated elegance with engineering integrity, advanced safety features and genuine long distance refinement.
Today, well preserved low mileage examples are increasingly sought after as usable modern classics.
This 1999 SL 320 is finished in rich metallic red with a contrasting light leather interior, presenting as a refined and highly original example of the marque’s iconic roadster.
The vendor informs us that the car has covered approximately 40,986 miles from new and is supplied with an MOT valid until July 2026.
The car has had just three owners from new and was originally sold by Mercedes-Benz Drayton of Stoke Ltd in February 1999.
Externally, the R129’s clean proportions, integrated bumpers and subtle detailing have aged with notabl...
Points of note
£1,550
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,975
Median Price (Since 2020)
£37,520
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jul 24 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
40,986 miles
Registration Date
1999-04-30
MOT History
Passed
On Jul 18 2025 with 40,986 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On Jul 25 2024 with 40,986 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On Jul 17 2024 with 40,986 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On Feb 18 2021 with 40,674 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Passed
On Jul 25 2019 with 40,631 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Jul 23 2018 with 40,289 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front tyre walls and tread crackingoutter
- Offside Front tyre walls cracking outter
- Nearside Rear tyre walls cracking outter
- Offside Rear tyre walls cracking outter
Failed
On Jul 23 2018 with 40,289 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Central Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front tyre walls and tread crackingoutter
- Offside Front tyre walls cracking outter
- Nearside Rear tyre walls cracking outter
- Offside Rear tyre walls cracking outter
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Passed
On Jul 10 2017 with 39,783 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Failed
On Jul 10 2017 with 39,783 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Passed
On Jul 29 2016 with 39,250 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Outer tread cracking
- Offside Front Outer tread cracking
- Nearside Rear Outer tread cracking
- Offside Rear Outer tread cracking
Passed
On Jul 21 2015 with 38,507 miles
Failed
On Jul 21 2015 with 38,507 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Jul 14 2014 with 38,007 miles
Passed
On Jul 19 2013 with 37,128 miles
Passed
On Jul 25 2012 with 35,711 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Jul 29 2011 with 35,011 miles
Passed
On Jul 27 2010 with 33,632 miles
Passed
On Jul 21 2009 with 32,590 miles
Passed
On Jul 09 2008 with 29,042 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Jul 23 2007 with 26,292 miles
Passed
On Jul 04 2006 with 23,125 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Aug 01 2005 with 20,014 miles
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