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A1 HCF

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,367 mi
Last recorded55,367 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 HCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 55,367 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 54,918 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 54,568 miles

Misting of oil around rear differential

Pass 6 Apr 2017 53,740 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 53,170 miles

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

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

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

both front shock absorbers have a light misting of oil

Pass 13 Apr 2015 51,920 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 50,992 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 50,451 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 48,781 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 47,009 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 45,825 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 43,447 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 41,949 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 41,949 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 40,150 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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A1 HCF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A1 HCF, 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.

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What year was A1 HCF registered?

A1 HCF is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is A1 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 HCF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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