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DF14 HBX

2014 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,017 mi
Last recorded29,017 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl33,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF14 HBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 29,017 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 29,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2025 28,152 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 27,603 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 27,016 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 24,233 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 21,978 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 20,145 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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DF14 HBX is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 33,262 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 DF14 HBX, 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 12 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 DF14 HBX?

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What year was DF14 HBX registered?

DF14 HBX is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 June 2014.

Is DF14 HBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF14 HBX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF14 HBX have outstanding finance?

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