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VSK 201

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,826 mi
Last recorded35,826 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSK 201
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 35,826 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2025 35,794 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside rear brake pipe corroded in its clips. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 35,047 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 34,655 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion starting on rear brake pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leaking from diff.

Pass 19 Aug 2022 34,510 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Jun 2021 34,261 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 6 Mar 2020 34,058 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 33,600 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 33,598 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 33,098 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 31,798 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 31,798 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 30,346 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 29,515 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 29,513 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 28,449 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 28,778 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front wiper blade split

Pass 3 Oct 2011 25,876 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 23,902 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 22,237 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 16,451 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 12,499 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 10,965 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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VSK 201 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VSK 201, 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 VSK 201 registered?

VSK 201 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is VSK 201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSK 201 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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