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W493 TDC

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

131,013 mi
Last recorded131,013 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 TDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 131,013 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 128,214 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 125,180 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 119,042 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 119,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 110,845 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 110,391 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 108,784 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 104,701 miles

centre exhaust mount corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2014 101,269 miles

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

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

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

fuel pipe corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2013 97,024 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 92,148 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 92,146 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 87,315 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 82,808 miles

advise unable to see brake pads

n/s repeater white

rear crossbody brake pipe

Pass 26 Jun 2009 79,677 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 64,343 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 64,343 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 48,918 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 48,918 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 30,777 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 29,437 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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W493 TDC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 W493 TDC, 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 W493 TDC registered?

W493 TDC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is W493 TDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W493 TDC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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