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X557 BKU

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,079 mi
Last recorded19,079 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX557 BKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 19,079 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 18,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 18,748 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside 275.35.18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 18,543 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 18,117 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 18,032 miles

Offside and nearside rear tyres showing signs of cracking.

Pass 12 Nov 2018 17,918 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 17,376 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 17,376 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 16,578 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 15,529 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 14,702 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 13,619 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 13,059 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 12,365 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 11,703 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 10,629 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 9,881 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 8,671 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 7,850 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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X557 BKU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X557 BKU, 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 X557 BKU registered?

X557 BKU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X557 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X557 BKU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X557 BKU have outstanding finance?

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