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401 RW

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,210 mi
Last recorded54,210 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration401 RW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2026 54,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 53,865 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 53,758 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 53,307 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 53,019 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 52,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 52,736 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 51,578 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 49,895 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2014 48,410 miles

Brake pipes undersealed

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 45,800 miles

Front and main brake pipes heavily greased

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 44,828 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,051 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 43,064 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 42,131 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 40,536 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 38,677 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 36,489 miles

1. surface corrosion of rear brake pipes.

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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401 RW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 85,052 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 401 RW, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 401 RW?

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What year was 401 RW registered?

401 RW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 August 1991.

Is 401 RW safe to buy?

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