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X428 FJH

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

97,989 mi
Last recorded97,989 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX428 FJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 97,989 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 97,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 95,856 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 95,077 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 94,809 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 93,195 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 91,041 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 87,020 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 83,495 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 79,796 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 76,521 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 75,346 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 75,103 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 75,103 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 73,370 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 71,285 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 67,558 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 64,630 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 62,102 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 58,235 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 53,641 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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X428 FJH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 X428 FJH, 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 X428 FJH registered?

X428 FJH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 December 2000.

Is X428 FJH safe to buy?

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