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SLZ 3510

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

115,418 mi
Last recorded115,418 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 3510
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 115,418 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 115,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 112,722 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 112,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 110,406 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 108,906 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2019 108,413 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 106,286 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 104,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Oct 2017 104,546 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 99,901 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 92,876 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 88,502 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 83,108 miles

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

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

engine management warning light illuminated

Pass 13 Oct 2011 78,077 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 73,209 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 72,995 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 66,005 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 60,982 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

windsreen sratched off side front

Pass 6 Aug 2007 56,681 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 56,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 51,447 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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SLZ 3510 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SLZ 3510, 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 SLZ 3510?

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What year was SLZ 3510 registered?

SLZ 3510 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is SLZ 3510 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 3510 shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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