£7,500 • £8,000 - £10,000
2001 MERCEDES SL280 AUTO - V6 DESIGNO
United Kingdom • 4 Feb 2026 • Lot 234
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a rare 2001 Mercedes SL280 Designo Special Edition, one of only 50 made, finished in Alanite Green with Java Leather and burr Walnut trim. It features a desirable V6 engine, automatic transmission, and both hard and soft tops, with some wear expected.
Condition
7
The car is described as having Java Leather and burr Walnut trim, matching Designo floor mats, special 6-hole lightweight two-piece alloy wheels, and light cream Java leather seats. The mileage is c.85,000. This suggests that the car is in good condition, but may have some wear and tear. Therefore, a condition rating of 7 (Very Good) is appropriate.
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Automatic
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
85,000 miles
Y544 UOH
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Make: MERCEDES Model: SL280 AUTO Registration: Y544 UOH Engine Size (cc): 2799 Transmission: 5 Speed Auto Petrol Year of Manufacture: 2001 Date First Registered: 31/05/2001 MOT Expiry Date: 25/05/2026 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 28 January 2026 - Tuesday 3 February 2026
Points of note
£1,848
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,433
Median Price (Since 2020)
£34,476
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 05 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
85,583 miles
Registration Date
2001-05-31
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 06 2026 with 85,583 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Side repeater light intensity slightly reduced
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive Between engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 20 2025 with 83,873 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On May 17 2024 with 81,595 miles
Failed
On May 16 2024 with 81,578 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory:
- Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed
On May 10 2023 with 79,638 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- offside front tyre perished, worn inner edge
Passed
On May 11 2022 with 76,905 miles
Passed
On May 26 2021 with 74,485 miles
Passed
On Oct 25 2019 with 73,844 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Oct 19 2018 with 73,089 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Failed
On Oct 17 2018 with 73,053 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Nov 08 2017 with 72,115 miles
Failed
On Nov 03 2017 with 72,098 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Passed
On Nov 10 2016 with 71,202 miles
Passed
On Jun 17 2015 with 69,115 miles
Passed
On Jul 08 2014 with 66,167 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On Jun 11 2013 with 63,823 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On May 16 2012 with 61,316 miles
Passed
On May 11 2011 with 56,663 miles
Passed
On May 29 2010 with 52,993 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
User Entered:
- S.R.S. Light illuminated on dash
Failed
On May 29 2010 with 52,993 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
User Entered:
- S.R.S. Light illuminated on dash
Passed
On Jan 07 2009 with 43,246 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- 1,Offside headlamp glass cracked.
Passed
On Jan 29 2008 with 36,176 miles
Passed
On Jan 08 2007 with 26,253 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Jan 09 2006 with 17,429 miles
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