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Y311 MRR

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,231 mi
Last recorded40,231 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY311 MRR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 40,231 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 39,710 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 39,008 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 38,290 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 37,316 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread cracking.

Offside Front Outer Tyre sidewall cracking.

Pass 4 Feb 2021 36,685 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 36,131 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 35,517 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 35,517 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 34,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 33,097 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,927 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 31,015 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 30,607 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 30,221 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 29,766 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 28,434 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,434 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 27,541 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 26,191 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 26,191 miles

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)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 24,951 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front under tray fitted.

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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Y311 MRR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y311 MRR, 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 Y311 MRR?

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What year was Y311 MRR registered?

Y311 MRR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y311 MRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y311 MRR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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