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DF04 CAF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,764 mi
Last recorded52,764 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 CAF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 52,764 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 52,764 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 49,307 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 45,617 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 38,751 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 38,714 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 32,755 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 29,579 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 26,372 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,648 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 22,429 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 20,654 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 18,295 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 18,283 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 15,438 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Dec 2012 15,436 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DF04 CAF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 41,185 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 DF04 CAF, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DF04 CAF registered?

DF04 CAF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is DF04 CAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF04 CAF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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