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X735 SUD

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,955 mi
Last recorded42,955 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX735 SUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 42,955 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 41,389 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 41,389 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 39,647 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 39,637 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 39,635 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2013 39,601 miles

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 30 Sep 2012 39,455 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 3 Sep 2011 39,335 miles

offside rear tyre perished

rear discs corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2009 35,736 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 33,837 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 32,483 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 32,483 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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X735 SUD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X735 SUD, 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 X735 SUD?

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What year was X735 SUD registered?

X735 SUD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X735 SUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X735 SUD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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