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C17 TCB

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,697 mi
Last recorded51,697 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC17 TCB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 51,697 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 48,317 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 17 Mar 2025 48,317 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 45,319 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 45,081 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 44,814 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 44,655 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 43,979 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 41,720 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,216 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 40,224 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 39,198 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 38,484 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 36,472 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 36,472 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 33,179 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 30,198 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 27,607 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 25,656 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 24,703 miles

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

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

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

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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C17 TCB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C17 TCB, 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 C17 TCB registered?

C17 TCB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is C17 TCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C17 TCB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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