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G3 VET

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,490 mi
Last recorded39,490 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 VET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 39,490 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 37,189 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 34,134 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 31,764 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 31,764 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,044 miles

n/s headlamp wiper missing

Pass 1 Jun 2010 30,611 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight damage to side wall o/s/r tyre

Pass 1 May 2009 29,144 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 29,144 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 27,575 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2008 27,540 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,524 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 21,226 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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G3 VET is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G3 VET, 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 G3 VET?

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What year was G3 VET registered?

G3 VET is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is G3 VET safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 VET shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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