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W359 UBY

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

104,357 mi
Last recorded104,357 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW359 UBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 104,357 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bottom wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bottom wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2022 102,064 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 May 2021 101,690 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 101,648 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 98,364 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 96,119 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 94,688 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 92,689 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 89,013 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 85,221 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 80,822 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 79,202 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 74,235 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 68,327 miles

a nail & screw in tread of the rear o/side tyre.

Pass 4 Mar 2009 61,575 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 53,660 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 May 2007 48,126 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 39,247 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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W359 UBY is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 W359 UBY, 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 W359 UBY registered?

W359 UBY is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 March 2000.

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