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HD51 LUV

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,185 mi
Last recorded43,185 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD51 LUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 43,185 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 42,235 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 41,719 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 41,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn low on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn low on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mount at front of rear section starting to detach away from exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 41,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn low on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn low on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mount at front of rear section starting to detach away from exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 40,513 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 40,513 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 37,628 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2008 37,606 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 30,177 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 26,949 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 25,359 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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HD51 LUV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HD51 LUV, 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 HD51 LUV?

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What year was HD51 LUV registered?

HD51 LUV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is HD51 LUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD51 LUV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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