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A1 RNF

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

51,744 mi
Last recorded51,744 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 RNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 51,744 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 50,312 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 50,235 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 49,963 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 49,649 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 49,178 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear slight play detected at wheel

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 48,756 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear floor corroded outside of prescribed area

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 47,819 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 46,513 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 44,320 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 44,320 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 42,104 miles

slight oil leak from engine area

Pass 4 Mar 2015 39,950 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 37,756 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 35,405 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 32,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 32,968 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,652 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 28,434 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 26,101 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 24,002 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 21,845 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 19,558 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 RNF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 56,681 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 RNF, 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 25 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 A1 RNF registered?

A1 RNF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is A1 RNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 RNF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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