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W921 RRU

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

176,846 mi
Last recorded176,846 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW921 RRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 176,846 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front wings corroded

centre exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 3 Apr 2020 171,481 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 171,481 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 159,665 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 146,748 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 132,569 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 132,569 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 121,849 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 109,859 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 92,473 miles

rear flexihoses perished

Pass 29 Nov 2012 80,413 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 63,417 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED

O/S/F TYRE VALVE STARTING TO PERISH

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 51,680 miles

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

WIPER BLADE WORN

Pass 8 Jun 2009 41,949 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 41,949 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 39,180 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 36,579 miles

o/s/f n/s/f tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 13 Jan 2006 31,201 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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W921 RRU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W921 RRU, 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 W921 RRU?

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What year was W921 RRU registered?

W921 RRU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 March 2000.

Is W921 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W921 RRU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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