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A4 REB

2017 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

36,880 mi
Last recorded36,880 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl22,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 REB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 36,880 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 31,291 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 92,406 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 92,394 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 25,217 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 88,992 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 22,729 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 82,290 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 68,210 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 20,367 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 17,452 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 58,427 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 16,732 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 52,924 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 13,395 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 44,929 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 33,622 miles

Covers fitted preventing a full underside inspection .

Pass 13 Oct 2017 33,051 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 29,757 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 26,455 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 22,150 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 18,419 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 14,852 miles

both front tyres cracking on sidewalls

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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A4 REB is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 A4 REB, 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 A4 REB registered?

A4 REB is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is A4 REB safe to buy?

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