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LC51 GHX

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

64,889 mi
Last recorded64,889 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 GHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 64,889 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 64,554 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front bearings slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear lower suspension arm outer rose joints (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 64,366 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 64,151 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 64,140 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded section of main centre pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 63,320 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 61,609 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 60,644 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material strongly advised as corrosion is on a bend of the pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 60,305 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 59,420 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 58,796 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 57,737 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 56,766 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 56,265 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 55,620 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 53,921 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 52,174 miles

front tyres low on inner edge

slight play in front hub bearings

Pass 7 Aug 2010 50,539 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 48,580 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 45,896 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 43,760 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 38,475 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 29,965 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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LC51 GHX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 LC51 GHX, 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 LC51 GHX registered?

LC51 GHX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LC51 GHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 GHX shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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