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V465 JTF

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

68,432 mi
Last recorded68,432 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV465 JTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 68,432 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 67,956 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 65,937 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 63,576 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 63,385 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 60,876 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 58,099 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 57,827 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 54,339 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 54,339 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,393 miles

small cut in the n/s/r tyre inner sidewall

Pass 29 Sep 2012 48,427 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 48,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 45,511 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 43,228 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 42,955 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 42,632 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 41,264 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 39,712 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 39,712 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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V465 JTF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V465 JTF, 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 V465 JTF registered?

V465 JTF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 February 2000.

Is V465 JTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V465 JTF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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