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YJ51 WVR

2001 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,694 mi
Last recorded41,694 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl56,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 WVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 41,694 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 41,212 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 40,059 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 39,744 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 39,616 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 39,544 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 39,532 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 39,519 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 39,494 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 39,477 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 39,171 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 38,303 miles

slight leakage from rear differential

slight leakage from steering damper

Pass 11 Sep 2013 37,119 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,685 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 34,827 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 33,469 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 32,765 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 30,424 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 28,257 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 24,851 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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YJ51 WVR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJ51 WVR, 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 YJ51 WVR?

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What year was YJ51 WVR registered?

YJ51 WVR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is YJ51 WVR safe to buy?

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