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Y434 JEC

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,521 mi
Last recorded104,521 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY434 JEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 104,521 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 101,582 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 97,835 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 96,969 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 96,062 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 95,572 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 95,572 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 95,086 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 92,123 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 91,641 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 89,605 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 88,156 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 86,214 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

surface scar in n/s front tyre outer wall

Fail 30 Mar 2015 86,214 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

surface scar in n/s front tyre outer wall

Pass 4 Mar 2014 84,310 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 84,206 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 78,831 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 71,768 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 64,201 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 56,457 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 52,721 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 47,728 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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Y434 JEC 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 90.9%.

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 Y434 JEC, 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 Y434 JEC?

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What year was Y434 JEC registered?

Y434 JEC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y434 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y434 JEC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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