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BD18 DAO

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,569 mi
Last recorded117,569 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD18 DAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 117,569 miles

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Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 96,543 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 72,327 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 May 2024 71,511 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 49,831 miles

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Fail 20 Jun 2023 49,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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Pass 27 May 2022 25,659 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 25,070 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 24,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low (5.2.3 (e))

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

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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BD18 DAO is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BD18 DAO, 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

How do I check the history of BD18 DAO?

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What year was BD18 DAO registered?

BD18 DAO is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is BD18 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD18 DAO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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