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J5 FWX

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

60,684 mi
Last recorded60,684 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 FWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 60,684 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 60,656 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 59,843 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 58,972 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit (just passed) (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

centre exhaust box starting to corrode

Fail 22 Dec 2023 58,972 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit (just passed) (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

centre exhaust box starting to corrode

Pass 20 Dec 2022 57,680 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 57,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 55,531 miles

Handbrake travel long

Nearside Rear Lower hub rose bush slight play

Offside Rear Coil spring incorrectly fitted in lower cup

Pass 7 Dec 2020 50,060 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 45,644 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 45,477 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear diff oil leak

car has light corrosion under side

Pass 24 Oct 2016 45,004 miles

Rear Oil leak diff

Fail 24 Oct 2016 45,004 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Oil leak diff

Pass 26 Oct 2015 44,690 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in the tread

slight oil leak on the rear axle diff

Pass 24 Oct 2014 44,043 miles

Some corrosion on the oil cooler pipes near the engine ( but still serviceable).

Some slight corrosion on the exhaust system in placeses ( but still serviceable).

Some slight oil misting on the rear diff.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 41,958 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 39,110 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 35,658 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 32,703 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 30,490 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,972 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 23,775 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 19,105 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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J5 FWX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 J5 FWX, 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 J5 FWX registered?

J5 FWX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is J5 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 FWX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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