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BNZ 122

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

44,639 mi
Last recorded44,639 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 122
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 44,639 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

general underbody corrosion

Fail 31 Jul 2026 44,639 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

general underbody corrosion

Pass 21 Jul 2025 44,618 miles

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

Rear subframe corroded

exhaust corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2025 44,618 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear subframe corroded

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2024 44,287 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2023 43,727 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

general underbody corrosion

undertrays fitted

Fail 10 Aug 2023 43,727 miles

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

exhaust system corroded

general underbody corrosion

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2022 43,216 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 42,440 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 41,773 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

offside front tyre has signs of been driven on flat possible internal tyre damaged

Pass 17 Jul 2019 41,090 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 39,955 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2017 38,714 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 38,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cut to cords but within limits (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 37,291 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 36,355 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 35,173 miles

EML on

Pass 18 Jul 2012 33,636 miles

EML on

Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,082 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 32,082 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 29,996 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 27,923 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 25,994 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,304 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 20,528 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 20,528 miles

Centre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 16,904 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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BNZ 122 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNZ 122, 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 BNZ 122 registered?

BNZ 122 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is BNZ 122 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 122 shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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