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B3 JOH

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,395 mi
Last recorded37,395 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 JOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 37,395 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 32,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

original test by J. Thacker 30.01.2025

Fail 30 Jan 2025 32,558 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 27,402 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 23,716 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

Fail 3 Feb 2023 23,716 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible dirty (0.1 (b))

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 11 Jan 2022 19,550 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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B3 JOH is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 19,050 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 B3 JOH, 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 8 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 B3 JOH registered?

B3 JOH is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 December 2018.

Is B3 JOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 JOH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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