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SLZ 989

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,518 mi
Last recorded76,518 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 989
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 76,518 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 76,391 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 76,143 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 75,277 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 74,725 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 74,175 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 72,614 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 65,907 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 61,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 57,355 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 10 Jun 2015 55,138 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 49,828 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 48,558 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 47,225 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,365 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 42,369 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 41,388 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 39,589 miles

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

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 Aug 2007 36,603 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 27,764 miles

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

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 989 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SLZ 989, 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 SLZ 989 registered?

SLZ 989 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is SLZ 989 safe to buy?

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