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Y22 GWG

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,750 mi
Last recorded76,750 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY22 GWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 76,750 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 76,580 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2020

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 76,501 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 76,200 miles

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 29 Jul 2015 76,191 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 76,073 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 75,466 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2013 75,466 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 74,275 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 72,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 66,045 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 66,045 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 58,256 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 58,254 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 44,650 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 40,076 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 33,543 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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Y22 GWG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y22 GWG, 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.

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What year was Y22 GWG registered?

Y22 GWG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y22 GWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y22 GWG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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