CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y98 BNV

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

117,314 mi
Last recorded117,314 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationY98 BNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 117,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front bumper slightly insecure

Pass 17 Mar 2022 115,840 miles

EML light on

Offside Front bumper slightly insecure

Fail 17 Mar 2022 115,840 miles

EML light on

Offside Front bumper slightly insecure

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 112,627 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

engine management light on

Fail 26 Feb 2021 112,625 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rigid pipe to flexi (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML light on

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 110,011 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2019 107,621 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 107,620 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 105,474 miles

mil light on

various non prescribed corrosion

all metal brake pipes beginning to corrode

Fail 24 Feb 2018 105,474 miles

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

all metal brake pipes beginning to corrode

mil light on

various non prescribed corrosion

Pass 24 Feb 2017 102,262 miles

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

O/S/R Light unit damaged

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

Fail 14 Feb 2017 102,262 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Front bumper (6.1.B.1b)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

O/S/R Light unit damaged

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 97,572 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 97,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 92,216 miles

front pads low

mil light on

Fail 13 Feb 2015 92,216 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

245/45ZR17W

front pads low

mil light on

Pass 12 Feb 2014 89,076 miles

all brake pads low

all indicators begining to discolour

mil light on

o/s/f tyre worn to 4mm & feathered on inner edge

Pass 12 Feb 2013 84,688 miles

mil light on

n/s/f tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 9 Feb 2012 78,630 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 78,630 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 8 Feb 2011 73,175 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f & both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 8 Feb 2011 73,175 miles

o/s/f & both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 12 Feb 2010 66,597 miles

n/s/f tyre low on pressure

Pass 13 Feb 2009 58,674 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 53,461 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 43,156 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 43,146 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 36,740 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

Y98 BNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 Y98 BNV, 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 Y98 BNV?

You can check the full history of Y98 BNV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y98 BNV registered?

Y98 BNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y98 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y98 BNV shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y98 BNV 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 Y98 BNV. 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.