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X686 BLA

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,399 mi
Last recorded85,399 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX686 BLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 85,399 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 84,543 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel cap rubber starting to crack

Fail 18 Mar 2024 84,535 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel cap rubber starting to crack

Pass 14 Mar 2023 83,698 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 81,588 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 81,588 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Sound deadening material not fully secure bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 78,030 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2021 78,030 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 74,123 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 74,123 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 71,666 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 69,470 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 69,470 miles

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

BAS warning light is on

Pass 23 Feb 2017 62,921 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 60,048 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 57,421 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 57,421 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 56,819 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 56,819 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 54,565 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 54,565 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 53,718 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 52,033 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 52,022 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 51,397 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 48,854 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 48,854 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 43,008 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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X686 BLA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X686 BLA, 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 X686 BLA registered?

X686 BLA is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 September 2000.

Is X686 BLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X686 BLA shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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