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B17 JKB

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,162 mi
Last recorded56,162 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 JKB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 56,162 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 55,942 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 55,871 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 54,728 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 54,190 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 54,042 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Fail 17 Jun 2015 54,042 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Pass 7 Jun 2014 53,541 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 52,919 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 51,893 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 51,025 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 50,246 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 49,229 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 47,725 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 46,419 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 44,951 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 42,222 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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B17 JKB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 B17 JKB, 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 B17 JKB registered?

B17 JKB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is B17 JKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 JKB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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