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SDW 835

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

83,156 mi
Last recorded83,156 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDW 835
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 83,156 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 83,026 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 80,861 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 80,657 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 78,294 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 78,032 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 77,465 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 77,211 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 76,585 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 76,405 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 75,359 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 69,112 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 63,663 miles

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

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre has splits in tread

Pass 13 May 2013 55,505 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 55,483 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 53,378 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 48,591 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 43,341 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 37,042 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 37,042 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 28,914 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 20,093 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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SDW 835 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 SDW 835, 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 SDW 835?

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What year was SDW 835 registered?

SDW 835 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 June 2001.

Is SDW 835 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDW 835 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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