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W526 VLC

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

71,021 mi
Last recorded71,021 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 VLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 71,021 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 70,689 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 70,278 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 69,600 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 69,035 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 68,403 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 67,835 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 67,309 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 65,982 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 64,597 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 62,995 miles

both front tyres close to wear bands

Pass 11 Sep 2014 61,097 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 61,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 59,108 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 56,867 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 56,088 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 53,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 52,388 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 51,316 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 47,648 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 47,648 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 43,920 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 41,026 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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W526 VLC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 W526 VLC, 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

How do I check the history of W526 VLC?

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What year was W526 VLC registered?

W526 VLC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is W526 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W526 VLC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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