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CF18 XFS

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,555 mi
Last recorded27,555 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF18 XFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 27,555 miles
Pass 6 May 2024 25,881 miles
Fail 6 May 2024 25,881 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2023 21,595 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 17,116 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 12,544 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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CF18 XFS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CF18 XFS, 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 CF18 XFS?

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What year was CF18 XFS registered?

CF18 XFS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is CF18 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF18 XFS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CF18 XFS have outstanding finance?

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