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V111 CHL

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,888 mi
Last recorded97,888 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV111 CHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 97,888 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 97,572 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 97,289 miles

both front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,244 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 97,183 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 96,923 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 96,531 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2012 96,508 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 95,828 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

steering damper damp

Pass 6 Jan 2011 94,719 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 89,286 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 17 Jun 2009 80,476 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

boot floor damaged

wiper blade starting to smear the screen

Fail 16 Jun 2009 80,475 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

wiper blade starting to smear the screen

Pass 12 Jun 2008 75,515 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2008 75,515 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 69,766 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 69,394 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 69,394 miles

Centre Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

there is two cuts in the rear spare wheel well

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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V111 CHL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V111 CHL, 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 V111 CHL registered?

V111 CHL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2000.

Is V111 CHL safe to buy?

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