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X1 LPX

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

72,817 mi
Last recorded72,817 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX1 LPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 72,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2025 72,390 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 71,316 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 70,724 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 70,089 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 69,236 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 68,555 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 67,187 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal perished and cracking

Fail 30 Sep 2019 67,185 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal perished and cracking

Pass 10 Oct 2018 66,371 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 65,482 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 65,221 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 64,853 miles

n/s/f indicator lamp edges broken

Fail 21 Dec 2015 64,853 miles

Braking system leaking o/s/r caliper (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f indicator lamp edges broken

Pass 17 Jan 2015 64,348 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 63,301 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 60,574 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 58,949 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 58,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 57,051 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 56,027 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 54,799 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 53,193 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 51,523 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 49,461 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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X1 LPX is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 X1 LPX, 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 X1 LPX?

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What year was X1 LPX registered?

X1 LPX is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X1 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X1 LPX shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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