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KM51 YGG

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,438 mi
Last recorded60,438 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 YGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 60,438 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 60,049 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 58,860 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 57,814 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 56,907 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2012 56,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise nearside front, offside front and offside rear have slight damage to outer sidewall (rim protector)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 54,000 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2011 54,000 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 50,393 miles

offside front tyre outer wall has cut

Fail 19 Jan 2010 50,379 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside front tyre outer wall has cut

Pass 8 Jan 2009 44,228 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 40,842 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,484 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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KM51 YGG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 KM51 YGG, 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 KM51 YGG registered?

KM51 YGG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is KM51 YGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 YGG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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