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W774 CAY

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

77,952 mi
Last recorded77,952 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW774 CAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 77,952 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 77,945 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 77,928 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 77,861 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 77,641 miles

side skirts fitted.

Fail 3 Jun 2021 77,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2019 77,433 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 77,001 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 76,616 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 76,278 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 75,266 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 74,931 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 74,053 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 72,648 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 72,077 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 70,899 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 65,347 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 65,347 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 56,709 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

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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W774 CAY is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 W774 CAY, 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 W774 CAY registered?

W774 CAY is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W774 CAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W774 CAY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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