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GL09 KUF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,137 mi
Last recorded12,137 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 KUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 12,137 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 12,055 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission leak from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 11,932 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective worn and noisy (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 11,872 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 11,872 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 11,765 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 11,572 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 11,235 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 14 Jun 2019 11,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 2 Jun 2018 10,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 5 Jun 2017 10,558 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 9,898 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 8,719 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 7,239 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 7,239 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 5,535 miles

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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GL09 KUF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc 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 GL09 KUF, 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 GL09 KUF registered?

GL09 KUF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 July 2009.

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The MOT history for GL09 KUF 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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