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OY53 ZCO

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,890 mi
Last recorded99,890 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 ZCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 99,890 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 90,785 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 82,272 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 74,770 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2012 74,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 66,130 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 53,042 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 53,709 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 34,235 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 32,323 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 32,323 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 25,219 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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OY53 ZCO is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OY53 ZCO, 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 OY53 ZCO registered?

OY53 ZCO is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is OY53 ZCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 ZCO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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