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EJ09 XWV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,214 mi
Last recorded74,214 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 XWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 74,214 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 74,127 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 68,296 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 64,496 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 56,942 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 56,813 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 52,241 miles

slight drag at o/s/r wheel.

Pass 4 Sep 2017 41,916 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 40,455 miles

all tyre have damaged sidewall but not excessive to reach ply or cords

engine bay covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 34,726 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut on the outer side wall not deep enough to expose the cords

nearside rear tyre has a cut on the outer side wall not deep enough to expose the cords

offside front tyre has a cut on the outer side wall not deep enough to expose the cords

offside rear tyre has a cut on the outer side wall not deep enough to expose the cords

Pass 5 Mar 2015 26,935 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 26,120 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 20,534 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 18,103 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 14,042 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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EJ09 XWV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EJ09 XWV, 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 EJ09 XWV registered?

EJ09 XWV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 July 2009.

Is EJ09 XWV safe to buy?

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