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X48 BDK

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,848 mi
Last recorded56,848 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX48 BDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 56,848 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 56,441 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 55,886 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 55,403 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 54,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 54,088 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 53,042 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 52,098 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 51,332 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2016 50,528 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 49,769 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 48,709 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2013 47,803 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 47,055 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 46,285 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 45,239 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 44,232 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 42,819 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 41,232 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 36,284 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 29,316 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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X48 BDK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X48 BDK, 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 X48 BDK?

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What year was X48 BDK registered?

X48 BDK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 September 2000.

Is X48 BDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X48 BDK shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X48 BDK have outstanding finance?

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