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A9 CEA

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

33,914 mi
Last recorded33,914 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 CEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 33,914 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 33,711 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 33,650 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 33,344 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 33,190 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 32,728 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 32,465 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 32,345 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 32,046 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 31,714 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both side (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both side (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 30,939 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 30,146 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 29,911 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 29,902 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 29,403 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 29,019 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 28,391 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 28,151 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 26,448 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 26,038 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,014 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 22,457 miles
Pass 16 May 2005 21,972 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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A9 CEA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 A9 CEA, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A9 CEA?

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What year was A9 CEA registered?

A9 CEA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 February 1988.

Is A9 CEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 CEA shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A9 CEA have outstanding finance?

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