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Y794 SBC

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,442 mi
Last recorded88,442 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY794 SBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 88,442 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 87,851 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 86,739 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 85,005 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 84,930 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 84,117 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 80,615 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 80,165 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 78,880 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 77,657 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 77,600 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 76,047 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)

Fail 15 Oct 2014 76,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 69,599 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 65,528 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 62,095 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 57,399 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,441 miles

n/s/r brake disc corroded on inner face

Pass 8 Aug 2007 44,488 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 31,809 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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Y794 SBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y794 SBC, 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 Y794 SBC registered?

Y794 SBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is Y794 SBC safe to buy?

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