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B16 HGL

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

58,470 mi
Last recorded58,470 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 HGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 58,470 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 54,611 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 54,497 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 53,819 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 53,319 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 53,035 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 52,071 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 51,881 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 50,354 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 48,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/35/18- plus splitting around inner sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/65/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 46,765 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 44,282 miles

both rear tyres stepping and cracking 275/35/18yr

Fail 26 Feb 2014 42,764 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are worn close to legal limit. 245/40/18

both rear tyres cracking within treads- 275/35/18

Pass 26 Feb 2014 42,764 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are worn close to legal limit. 245/40/18

both rear tyres cracking within treads- 275/35/18

Pass 7 Feb 2013 39,844 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 38,331 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 37,765 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 36,084 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 35,638 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,102 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 31,377 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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B16 HGL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B16 HGL, 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 B16 HGL registered?

B16 HGL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is B16 HGL safe to buy?

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