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W32 BAW

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,944 mi
Last recorded150,944 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW32 BAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2024 150,944 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 150,894 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 150,721 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 150,517 miles

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Boot floor corroded

Offside Rear Jacking point corroded

Fail 16 Aug 2021 150,515 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Boot floor corroded

Offside Rear Jacking point corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2020 150,364 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear floor corroded and holed, outside of prescribed area

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust silencer baffle noisy

surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 22 Jul 2019 149,621 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

both rear wheel arches and outer sills getting weak

Pass 2 Aug 2018 148,955 miles

Front steering rack and pinion damper slight misting of oil

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Fog light inop

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2017 148,872 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 148,387 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 146,762 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 146,357 miles

Front bumper insecure

Pass 19 Dec 2012 145,284 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 143,702 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 29 Dec 2011 143,701 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2010 142,976 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 138,467 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 133,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 112,332 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 114,169 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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W32 BAW 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 75%.

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 W32 BAW, 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 W32 BAW registered?

W32 BAW is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W32 BAW safe to buy?

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