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H6 SLX

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,667 mi
Last recorded57,667 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH6 SLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 57,667 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 57,535 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 57,535 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 56,294 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 55,661 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted, preventing a full inspection of some components

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 54,760 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 53,832 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 53,692 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 53,182 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 52,708 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 52,308 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 51,287 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 50,950 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 50,573 miles

both rear tyres cracking with age on sidewalls

Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,885 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 48,966 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 48,132 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 48,132 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 18 May 2009 47,410 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 47,410 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 44,207 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 40,356 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 34,128 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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H6 SLX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 H6 SLX, 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 H6 SLX registered?

H6 SLX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is H6 SLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H6 SLX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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