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TO 7498

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

61,521 mi
Last recorded61,521 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTO 7498
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 61,521 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 61,209 miles

Front wiper smearing.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 61,202 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 60,884 miles

Central Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 60,846 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 60,817 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 60,705 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 60,493 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 21 Nov 2017 59,723 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 29 Nov 2016 58,664 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 57,308 miles

corrosion on rear suspension

dampness on front shock absorbers

exhaust centre box is corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2014 56,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion on exhaust middle section

corrosion on power steering pipes

front tyres are cracked on the inner sidewalls

n/s front indicator lense is damaged

n/s tyres are worn to 3mm

parking brake needs adjusting

rear brake pipes are corroded advise replacement

Pass 27 Nov 2013 55,095 miles

corrosion on rear brake brakes [greased]

exhaust centre section is corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2012 53,653 miles

corrosion on middle section of exhaust system

engine oil leak

n/s rear brake pipe is corroded advise attention / replacement

o/s wheel rim has 1 broken bolt other 11 are intact

repeater bulbs are faded

Pass 13 Oct 2011 52,171 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 52,171 miles

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 50,267 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 46,715 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 42,556 miles

Centre Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 38,033 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 34,413 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 29,464 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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TO 7498 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 TO 7498, 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 TO 7498 registered?

TO 7498 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is TO 7498 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TO 7498 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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