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888 TXC

2017 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,221 mi
Last recorded25,221 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl22,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration888 TXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 25,221 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 52,767 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 22,460 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 47,022 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 19,466 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 38,497 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 38,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 15,826 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 34,850 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 14,323 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 24,042 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 11,362 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 10,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 15,930 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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888 TXC is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 888 TXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 888 TXC registered?

888 TXC is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 September 2017.

Is 888 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 888 TXC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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