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X982 JRD

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,632 mi
Last recorded52,632 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2010
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX982 JRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2010 52,632 miles

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

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

corrosion on iner surface off rearbrake disc

Fail 19 Aug 2010 52,632 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

corrosion on iner surface off rearbrake disc

Pass 11 Aug 2009 45,862 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 45,688 miles

Both rear brake flexi hoses perishing

Front Catalyst cores rattling

Offside front indicator bulb white

Slight judder from offside rear brake

Fail 4 Aug 2009 45,688 miles

Both rear brake flexi hoses perishing

Front Catalyst cores rattling

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front indicator bulb white

Slight judder from offside rear brake

Pass 7 Aug 2008 38,681 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 36,247 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 36,247 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 29,395 miles

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

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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X982 JRD is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X982 JRD, 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 X982 JRD?

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What year was X982 JRD registered?

X982 JRD is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X982 JRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X982 JRD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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