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Y8 SCH

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,539 mi
Last recorded51,539 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 SCH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 51,539 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 50,203 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 48,521 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 46,288 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 45,434 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 44,715 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 44,193 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 43,190 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 39,610 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 37,425 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 35,186 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 33,779 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 32,451 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 31,540 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 27,872 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Minor weap of oil from differential backing plate

Fail 21 Feb 2012 27,872 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Minor weap of oil from differential backing plate

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 27,614 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)

Slight misfire at idle

Slight oil seapage from differential backing plate

Pass 17 Feb 2010 25,069 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 25,069 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 24,325 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 24,325 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 21,846 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 20,985 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 20,193 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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Y8 SCH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red 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 Y8 SCH, 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 Y8 SCH registered?

Y8 SCH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is Y8 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 SCH 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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