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X1 RHK

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

52,374 mi
Last recorded52,374 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX1 RHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 52,374 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 51,442 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 50,252 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 50,250 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 49,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 49,376 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 48,683 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 45,972 miles

n/s/f tyre has acut in sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 13 Jun 2018 44,558 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Diff oil misting

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2017 43,055 miles

Engine covers fitted

Oil misting to rear axle

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2016 40,930 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 38,664 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 37,492 miles

rear differential oil seals leaking

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering idler

Pass 7 Jun 2013 36,820 miles

rear differential oil seals leaking

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 14 Jun 2012 36,370 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear differentail oil seals worn

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 14 Jun 2012 36,370 miles

rear differentail oil seals worn

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 16 Jun 2011 35,110 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre wall

wear on front brake disc's

Pass 16 Jun 2011 35,110 miles

n/s/f tyre wall

wear on front brake disc's

Pass 21 Jun 2010 31,891 miles

handbrake travel

Fail 18 Jun 2009 29,958 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres 1.6mm only just legal

front brake disc's

o/s/f shocker

o/s/f tyre wall

Pass 18 Jun 2009 29,958 miles

both front tyres 1.6mm only just legal

front brake disc's

o/s/f shocker

o/s/f tyre wall

Fail 16 Jun 2008 27,675 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,675 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 24,916 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 22,759 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 RHK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RHK, 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 RHK?

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What year was X1 RHK registered?

X1 RHK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X1 RHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X1 RHK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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