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HW51 KVW

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,648 mi
Last recorded44,648 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 KVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 44,648 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 44,636 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 44,604 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 44,160 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 43,253 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,572 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 41,961 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 38,714 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front road wheel damaged

Pass 7 Nov 2012 36,892 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 36,892 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 31,290 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 31,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 25,958 miles

advise n/s front tyre inner side wall damage

Pass 28 Sep 2009 23,929 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 21,522 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

advise both front tyres tread cracking

advise rear tyres inner edges wearing

Pass 18 Oct 2007 19,799 miles

some damage to near side front tyre wall

Pass 20 Nov 2006 17,092 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 13,430 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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HW51 KVW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HW51 KVW, 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

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What year was HW51 KVW registered?

HW51 KVW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is HW51 KVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW51 KVW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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