MOT Status
ValidMileage
135,465 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
All tyre pressures low
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Manufacturers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Inner wheel arch liner insecure
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
n/s/f shocky misted with oil
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
eml on
slight play detected on suspension bushes+joints
engine management light on
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
slight oil leak from steering damper
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S55 EVF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 S55 EVF, 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 S55 EVF?
You can check the full history of S55 EVF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was S55 EVF registered?
S55 EVF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 April 2001.
Is S55 EVF safe to buy?
The MOT history for S55 EVF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S55 EVF have outstanding finance?
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