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CF 688

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,942 mi
Last recorded45,942 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF 688
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 45,942 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 37,688 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 32,543 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 24,266 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 16,144 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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CF 688 is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CF 688, 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 CF 688?

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What year was CF 688 registered?

CF 688 is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is CF 688 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF 688 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CF 688 have outstanding finance?

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