CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y72 CKE

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 2799cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

26,912 mi
Last recorded26,912 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY72 CKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 26,912 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 26,907 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 26,907 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 26,819 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 25,718 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2022 25,718 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 24,975 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 24,201 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,629 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 22,837 miles

o/s rear tyre slight bulge and damage on side wall

Fail 27 Feb 2018 22,837 miles

Side repeater not working both (1.4.A.2c)

o/s rear tyre slight bulge and damage on side wall

Pass 16 Jun 2016 22,715 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2015 22,697 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 22,626 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 22,625 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2012 22,516 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 21,630 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 21,630 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 20,692 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 19,475 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,343 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 15,077 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y72 CKE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 Y72 CKE, 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 Y72 CKE?

You can check the full history of Y72 CKE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y72 CKE registered?

Y72 CKE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y72 CKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y72 CKE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y72 CKE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y72 CKE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.