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X868 VJN

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,395 mi
Last recorded15,395 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX868 VJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 15,395 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 15,312 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 14,845 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 14,733 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 14,583 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 14,193 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 13,981 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,225 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 10,676 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2010 10,675 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 10,207 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wall has slight damage.

Fail 21 Jan 2009 10,207 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

n/s/f tyre wall has slight damage.

Pass 15 Jan 2007 9,065 miles

slight damage to n/s/f tyre wall

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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X868 VJN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X868 VJN, 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 X868 VJN registered?

X868 VJN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 2000.

Is X868 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X868 VJN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X868 VJN have outstanding finance?

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