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M8 CPR

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

44,695 mi
Last recorded44,695 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 CPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 44,695 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 44,351 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 43,824 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 43,514 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 43,314 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 43,304 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 42,750 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 42,643 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 42,370 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 42,165 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 41,574 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 41,221 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 39,760 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 38,949 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 38,223 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 38,223 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,840 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 33,604 miles

rear discs pitted

slight weep / misting around steering box

slight weep on rear differential

Pass 10 Dec 2009 32,832 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side front tyre wall slight damage

Pass 11 Dec 2008 31,099 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 29,311 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 29,870 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 24,333 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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M8 CPR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,999cc 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 M8 CPR, 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 M8 CPR registered?

M8 CPR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is M8 CPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 CPR 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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