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JOE 8W

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,516 mi
Last recorded59,516 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOE 8W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 59,516 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 59,481 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 59,433 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 59,337 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 59,186 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 58,827 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 53,868 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 50,099 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2015 45,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 42,373 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 39,981 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 39,426 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 38,424 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 36,762 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 33,635 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 28,610 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 28,610 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2006 22,033 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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JOE 8W is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 JOE 8W, 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 JOE 8W registered?

JOE 8W is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is JOE 8W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOE 8W shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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