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DG51 JJK

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,549 mi
Last recorded47,549 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 JJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 47,549 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 47,502 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 47,483 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 47,442 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 47,421 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 47,398 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 47,351 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 47,203 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 46,483 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 45,144 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 45,090 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 45,090 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 42,908 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 41,396 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 38,371 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 34,955 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 31,128 miles

n/s/f foglight inop

Pass 2 May 2008 26,371 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 26,000 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 25,513 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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DG51 JJK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DG51 JJK, 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

How do I check the history of DG51 JJK?

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What year was DG51 JJK registered?

DG51 JJK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DG51 JJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 JJK shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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