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GU51 MEN

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,162 mi
Last recorded32,162 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 MEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 32,162 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 32,133 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 32,013 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 31,422 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 16 May 2017 31,127 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED.

Pass 28 Apr 2016 30,793 miles

under trays & covers fitted

Pass 9 May 2015 30,391 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 29,579 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 28,816 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 28,385 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 28,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2011 27,964 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 27,366 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 26,814 miles

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

dampness around rear differential

Pass 2 May 2008 26,308 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 25,504 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,635 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 18,907 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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GU51 MEN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GU51 MEN, 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.

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What year was GU51 MEN registered?

GU51 MEN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is GU51 MEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 MEN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU51 MEN have outstanding finance?

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