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GEM 99A

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,750 mi
Last recorded52,750 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEM 99A
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 52,750 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 51,090 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 49,260 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside & Nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face slightly surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2023 47,201 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 43,881 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 43,881 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2021 40,812 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 40,007 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 38,771 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 38,350 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 37,954 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 37,342 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 36,092 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 32,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 30,282 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 27,620 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 22,591 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 22,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GEM 99A is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GEM 99A, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEM 99A registered?

GEM 99A is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 March 2009.

Is GEM 99A safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEM 99A shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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