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L5 RGF

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

76,152 mi
Last recorded76,152 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 RGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 76,152 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 75,905 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 75,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 75,007 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 73,764 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 72,940 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 71,837 miles

Central Stop lamp not working

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 70,750 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 68,983 miles

Central Rear stop lamp not working

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

plastic sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2016 67,821 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 66,966 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 65,691 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 63,106 miles

offside rear tyre worn inner edge

Fail 10 Jun 2013 63,106 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 11 May 2012 61,452 miles

Oil leak

slight play in n/s/f track rod link

Pass 9 May 2011 58,515 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 56,161 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 56,161 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2009 52,745 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 52,730 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 19 May 2008 47,023 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 44,396 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 40,610 miles

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

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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L5 RGF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L5 RGF, 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

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What year was L5 RGF registered?

L5 RGF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 June 2000.

Is L5 RGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 RGF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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