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W383 TFV

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

111,381 mi
Last recorded111,381 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW383 TFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 111,381 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 111,186 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 110,039 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 109,310 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 108,780 miles

Central Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 25 Aug 2020 107,515 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 105,930 miles

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

middle exhaust system corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2018 104,183 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 102,445 miles

Central Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 23 May 2016 101,814 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 101,814 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 100,370 miles

Bothside cat.converter ratling inside.

Fail 10 Nov 2014 100,368 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Bothside cat.converter ratling inside.

Pass 25 Oct 2013 93,859 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear box deterioreted or perishing,corroded

Fail 15 Oct 2013 93,858 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear box deterioreted or perishing,corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2012 93,574 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 93,178 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 93,178 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 91,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine warning light on

Pass 19 Jun 2009 87,033 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 78,711 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 78,711 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Apr 2007 69,288 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 69,288 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 56,075 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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W383 TFV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 W383 TFV, 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 W383 TFV registered?

W383 TFV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W383 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W383 TFV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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