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W886 JBV

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,859 mi
Last recorded49,859 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW886 JBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 49,859 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 48,278 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 47,993 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 46,936 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 45,635 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 44,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 43,451 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 43,456 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 35,797 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 29,307 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 27,505 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 25,770 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 23,585 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,211 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 20,816 miles

nearside front tyre perishing on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre perishing on outer sidewall

offside front tyre perishing on outer tyre wall

offside rear tyre perishing on outer sidewall

Pass 4 Aug 2010 20,255 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 19,944 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 19,787 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 19,109 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 18,109 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 18,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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W886 JBV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 W886 JBV, 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 W886 JBV registered?

W886 JBV is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W886 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W886 JBV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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