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SCH 57

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

55,137 mi
Last recorded55,137 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCH 57
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 55,137 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 54,585 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 54,341 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 53,916 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 53,612 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 52,922 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 52,254 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 51,770 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 51,215 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 50,581 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 49,944 miles

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,287 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 48,610 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 48,088 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 47,350 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 46,425 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 44,048 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 41,523 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 41,523 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 37,916 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 34,002 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 27,638 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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SCH 57 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 95.5%.

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 SCH 57, 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 SCH 57?

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What year was SCH 57 registered?

SCH 57 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is SCH 57 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCH 57 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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