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B9 HWT

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests24 (24 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,812 mi
Last recorded103,812 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 HWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

24 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 103,812 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 101,024 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 99,589 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 96,329 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 93,786 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 90,942 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight play in lower rose bush - marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 88,231 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 82,637 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s raised edge tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 76,029 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 63,629 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 58,002 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 57,931 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 56,593 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 56,472 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 56,043 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 54,279 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 53,351 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 52,167 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 50,230 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 47,260 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 44,625 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 42,580 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 41,836 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 40,082 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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B9 HWT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B9 HWT, 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 B9 HWT registered?

B9 HWT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is B9 HWT safe to buy?

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