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GIB 497

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,385 mi
Last recorded22,385 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIB 497
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 22,385 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 20,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking on inner and outer edge of tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing slightly on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking on inner and outer edge of tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing slightly on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 18,412 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 16,848 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 14,278 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 10,913 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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GIB 497 is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GIB 497, 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

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What year was GIB 497 registered?

GIB 497 is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is GIB 497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIB 497 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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