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X232 DYB

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,883 mi
Last recorded102,883 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX232 DYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 102,883 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 102,368 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 101,971 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 101,370 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 101,364 miles

Central Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 98,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 96,212 miles

Front Windscreen has a crack but not in the view of the road

Pass 2 May 2017 93,055 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

crack to lower windscreen not in drivers view of the road

Pass 7 May 2016 90,000 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 88,499 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2015 88,490 miles

Centre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

NEEDS FULL SET OF BRAKE PIPE REAR

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 86,943 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

windscreen cracked below dashboard line

Fail 13 Nov 2013 86,943 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

windscreen cracked below dashboard line

Pass 28 Nov 2012 83,067 miles

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Fail 27 Nov 2012 83,067 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 83,005 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 83,002 miles

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

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

DSIP SWITCH DETERIOATED

Pass 8 Jun 2011 80,986 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake discs slightly scored

Fail 7 Jun 2011 80,962 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake discs slightly scored

Pass 3 Jun 2010 77,484 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

engine managment light on

engine undertray fitted

rear fuel pipes rusty

Pass 13 May 2009 71,098 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 64,840 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 57,511 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 51,869 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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X232 DYB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X232 DYB, 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 X232 DYB?

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What year was X232 DYB registered?

X232 DYB is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 December 2000.

Is X232 DYB safe to buy?

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