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C7 GDE

2013 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,007 mi
Last recorded74,007 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl33,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 GDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2025 74,007 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 70,229 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 70,224 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 65,372 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 60,914 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 60,912 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 55,007 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 51,235 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 47,886 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 43,718 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 38,981 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 37,293 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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C7 GDE is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 33,398 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 C7 GDE, 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 13 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 C7 GDE registered?

C7 GDE is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is C7 GDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 GDE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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