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Y536 NHU

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,195 mi
Last recorded115,195 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY536 NHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 115,195 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2025 114,551 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive front and rear (diff) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 113,931 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 113,315 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 112,625 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 111,255 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 110,650 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 109,929 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 109,929 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade split full length (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 108,965 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 107,972 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 106,662 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 105,088 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 101,627 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 10 Oct 2012 89,145 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 80,861 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 80,842 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 72,857 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 64,137 miles

Slight fluid leak from power steering pipe above steering box.

Slight play in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 3 Jul 2008 55,412 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn down to 2mm tread depth. Slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

Pass 12 Jul 2007 53,004 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 53,004 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 41,389 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 34,642 miles

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

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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Y536 NHU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y536 NHU, 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 Y536 NHU?

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What year was Y536 NHU registered?

Y536 NHU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y536 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y536 NHU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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