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AEC 838

2012 Mercedes-benz Sls

Red Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,462 mi
Last recorded14,462 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls12,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEC 838
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSls
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 14,462 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 13,434 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 13,201 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 13,077 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 12,959 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 12,898 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 12,823 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 12,634 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 12,471 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sls?

Based on 4,220 MOT tests across 446 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 50
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 14
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 6
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AEC 838 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls in Red with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 12,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sls fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AEC 838, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sls typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AEC 838?

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What year was AEC 838 registered?

AEC 838 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls, first registered on 6 November 2012.

Is AEC 838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEC 838 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AEC 838 have outstanding finance?

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