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V524 ANV

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,508 mi
Last recorded53,508 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV524 ANV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2026 53,508 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2025 52,949 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 52,682 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 52,297 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 51,576 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 50,827 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 50,637 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 50,495 miles

engine covers/undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2018 49,546 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 48,769 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 47,284 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 47,016 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 47,012 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 44,859 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 43,387 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 43,387 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 40,447 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 34,575 miles

Nearside front tyre cracking on outside wall

Offside front tyre cracking on outside wall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2011 33,310 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 32,443 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 30,394 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 28,360 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 26,399 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 26,347 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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V524 ANV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V524 ANV, 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 V524 ANV registered?

V524 ANV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V524 ANV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V524 ANV shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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