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Y257 CBA

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,174 mi
Last recorded39,174 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 CBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 39,174 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 37,001 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,860 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 32,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 31,569 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 29,795 miles

engine light on

Pass 14 Apr 2012 28,381 miles

engine light on dash

Pass 14 Apr 2011 27,967 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 27,249 miles

Centre Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,909 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 26,336 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 24,332 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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Y257 CBA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y257 CBA, 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 Y257 CBA registered?

Y257 CBA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 March 2001.

Is Y257 CBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y257 CBA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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