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W265 JLJ

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

65,043 mi
Last recorded65,043 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW265 JLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 65,043 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 61,715 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 59,081 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 55,548 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 52,409 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 52,407 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 50,340 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 49,845 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 48,505 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 47,227 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 45,795 miles

Front Steering arm drag link gaitor is perished and worn

Pass 19 Nov 2015 43,744 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 42,088 miles

n/s/f tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 15 Nov 2013 39,945 miles

n/s/f tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 14 Nov 2012 37,855 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 29 Nov 2011 35,795 miles

Light misting of oil on both front shock absorbers.

Pass 10 Nov 2010 31,221 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 28,496 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 26,672 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,268 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 18,414 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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W265 JLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 W265 JLJ, 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 W265 JLJ?

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What year was W265 JLJ registered?

W265 JLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W265 JLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W265 JLJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W265 JLJ have outstanding finance?

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