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J9 BEF

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

90,107 mi
Last recorded90,107 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 BEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 90,107 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2025 89,957 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 89,689 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 89,523 miles

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))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 89,256 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 88,998 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 88,154 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 87,288 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 86,119 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 86,117 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 84,675 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 84,641 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 84,180 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 83,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 83,283 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 82,436 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 81,959 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 80,854 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 79,201 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 79,201 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 78,906 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 77,188 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 72,316 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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J9 BEF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 J9 BEF, 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 J9 BEF?

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What year was J9 BEF registered?

J9 BEF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 April 2000.

Is J9 BEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 BEF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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