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31 B

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,909 mi
Last recorded74,909 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration31 B
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 74,909 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 74,862 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 74,835 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 74,381 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 73,237 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 73,232 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside 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))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 70,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 61,986 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 59,177 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 57,489 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 56,107 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 53,478 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 51,155 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 51,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 48,092 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 46,802 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 44,707 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 43,444 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 42,486 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 41,291 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 39,943 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 39,286 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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31 B is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 66,144 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 31 B, 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 26 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 31 B?

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What year was 31 B registered?

31 B is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 April 2000.

Is 31 B safe to buy?

The MOT history for 31 B shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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