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A9 OAE

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,251 mi
Last recorded50,251 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 OAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 50,251 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 50,088 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 48,978 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 48,643 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 48,215 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 46,748 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 45,822 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 42,282 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 39,570 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 35,295 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 33,371 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,658 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 31,516 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 29,818 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 27,956 miles

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

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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A9 OAE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red 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 A9 OAE, 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 A9 OAE?

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What year was A9 OAE registered?

A9 OAE is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 September 2000.

Is A9 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 OAE 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.

Does A9 OAE have outstanding finance?

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