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DWT 8Y

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,417 mi
Last recorded39,417 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWT 8Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 39,417 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 39,349 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 38,754 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 38,105 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 38,105 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 37,645 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 36,341 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 36,159 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 35,829 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 35,829 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 35,177 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 33,733 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 30,938 miles

near side rear handbrake slightly low efficiency

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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DWT 8Y is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DWT 8Y, 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 DWT 8Y?

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What year was DWT 8Y registered?

DWT 8Y is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is DWT 8Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWT 8Y shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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