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LV51 AON

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,781 mi
Last recorded38,781 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 AON
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 38,781 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive small leak around back of engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 13 May 2025 38,676 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive small gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 38,261 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 37,155 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 36,794 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 36,112 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured left wing indicator going white (4.4.3 (a))

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 30 Oct 2019 35,467 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewalls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 34,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 33,158 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 31,904 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 29,677 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 28,220 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 27,563 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,508 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 25,436 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 25,436 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 24,086 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 22,664 miles

DEEP CUT IN THE N/S/F TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL,GOUGES IN THE N/S/R OUTER SIDEWALL.O/S/R TREAD WEARING LOW

Pass 31 Aug 2007 20,836 miles

O/S/F TYRE TREAD WORN VERY LOW ON INNER EDGE

Pass 15 Aug 2006 18,662 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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LV51 AON is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LV51 AON, 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 LV51 AON?

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What year was LV51 AON registered?

LV51 AON is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LV51 AON safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 AON shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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