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KB51 BLZ

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,882 mi
Last recorded38,882 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB51 BLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 38,882 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 38,718 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 38,483 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 38,398 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 38,332 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 38,129 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 37,690 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 37,690 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 37,595 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 37,032 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 36,727 miles

Rear Slight Differential Leak

Under-Tray Fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 36,516 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,987 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 35,363 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,084 miles

Nearside Rear 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 27 Apr 2011 34,034 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 32,652 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 30,835 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 29,753 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 27,297 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 22,784 miles

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

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

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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KB51 BLZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KB51 BLZ, 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 KB51 BLZ?

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What year was KB51 BLZ registered?

KB51 BLZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KB51 BLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB51 BLZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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