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49 BG

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,803 mi
Last recorded41,803 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration49 BG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 41,803 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 41,046 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 40,757 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 40,010 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 39,620 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 38,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 37,573 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 36,636 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 34,041 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 32,200 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 28,125 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 26,671 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 25,114 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 23,825 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 22,620 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 21,134 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 19,788 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 18,071 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 15,499 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 13,907 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 12,236 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 10,005 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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49 BG is a 2000 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 100%.

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 49 BG, 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.

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What year was 49 BG registered?

49 BG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is 49 BG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 49 BG shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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