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C12 HGG

2007 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,588 mi
Last recorded79,588 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl47,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 HGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,462cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 79,588 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 78,857 miles

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 78,089 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 77,198 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 76,585 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 75,749 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 73,828 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 72,251 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 9,832 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 67,980 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 67,980 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 66,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 64,092 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 64,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 59,681 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 58,020 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 55,414 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2010 50,344 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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C12 HGG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 47,638 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 C12 HGG, 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 19 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 C12 HGG registered?

C12 HGG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 April 2007.

Is C12 HGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 HGG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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