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W265 VGH

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,078 mi
Last recorded58,078 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW265 VGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2014 58,078 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 58,078 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 51,727 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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 46,291 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 45,704 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 44,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 44,949 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 42,999 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 39,165 miles

small amount of play in steering box

Pass 3 Nov 2006 35,967 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 VGH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W265 VGH, 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 VGH?

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What year was W265 VGH registered?

W265 VGH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is W265 VGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W265 VGH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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