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GV51 VLK

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,639 mi
Last recorded57,639 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 VLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 57,639 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)

exhaust system slight corrosion in places

management light illuminated on dash

Pass 8 Apr 2014 55,181 miles

exhaust corroding in places

general underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,643 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 49,555 miles

cut to inner wall of nearside rear tyre

Fail 11 Apr 2011 46,030 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 46,030 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 43,981 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 40,833 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 35,803 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 30,097 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 22,042 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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GV51 VLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 GV51 VLK, 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 GV51 VLK?

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What year was GV51 VLK registered?

GV51 VLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is GV51 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 VLK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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