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Y739 PTS

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

42,382 mi
Last recorded42,382 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY739 PTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 42,382 miles

Front All Suspension Corroded

Rear Exhaust Sleeve corroded rear

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

Transmission Sump pan Corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2025 41,587 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 41,127 miles

o.s.f fog light inoperative

surface rust on underside

Pass 2 Feb 2023 40,614 miles

o.s.f fog light inoperative

surface rust on underside

Fail 6 Jan 2023 40,612 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

o.s.f fog light inoperative

surface rust on underside

Pass 18 Aug 2021 37,412 miles

Central gearbox oil sump corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2020 34,656 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 31,222 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 29,405 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 29,371 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 28,584 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 27,830 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,872 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 25,829 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 24,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2013 24,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 23,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,877 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 22,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 22,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 20,914 miles
Pass 28 May 2007 20,368 miles

slight cracking on outer sidewalls on all four tyres

Fail 22 May 2007 20,361 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 18 May 2006 19,088 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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Y739 PTS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 Y739 PTS, 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 Y739 PTS registered?

Y739 PTS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 2001.

Is Y739 PTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y739 PTS shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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