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2017 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests36 (32 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,135 mi
Last recorded55,135 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl22,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration120 GL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

32 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 55,135 miles
Pass 19 May 2026 18,310 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2025 18,023 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 18,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 49,391 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 May 2025 65,108 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 17,816 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 40,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 56,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 17,016 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 31,884 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 48,256 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 16,334 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 16,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 22,755 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 45,804 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Temporary horn used at time of test.

Fail 17 May 2022 45,804 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 21,736 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 14,833 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 44,031 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL ROUND - slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 44,030 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn attached to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL ROUND - slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 14,001 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 19,590 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 29 Jul 2019 13,596 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 41,713 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 12,161 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 39,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 10,636 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2017 37,488 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 35,030 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 33,244 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,049 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 26,405 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 21,500 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,334 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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120 GL is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 36 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 22,135 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 120 GL, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 120 GL registered?

120 GL is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 June 2017.

Is 120 GL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 120 GL shows 36 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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