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W235 MBL

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,610 mi
Last recorded42,610 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW235 MBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 42,610 miles

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 14 May 2013 41,703 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 41,391 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,035 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 37,493 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 35,947 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 35,258 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 33,455 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 33,455 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 28,373 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 28,372 miles

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

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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W235 MBL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W235 MBL, 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 W235 MBL registered?

W235 MBL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 April 2000.

Is W235 MBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W235 MBL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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