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W321 JEF

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,431 mi
Last recorded53,431 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW321 JEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 53,431 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 52,785 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 52,010 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 51,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 50,492 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 49,821 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 48,458 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 46,975 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 44,216 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 42,309 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 40,533 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 39,622 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 38,355 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 36,786 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 35,568 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 33,524 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 32,522 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 31,442 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 30,575 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 29,211 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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W321 JEF 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 100%.

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 W321 JEF, 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 W321 JEF registered?

W321 JEF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 April 2000.

Is W321 JEF safe to buy?

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