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GT09 TOD

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,995 mi
Last recorded65,995 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGT09 TOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 65,995 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 64,563 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 59,831 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 59,620 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 59,620 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 57,887 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 59,882 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

nearside rear tyre has low edges

Pass 19 Oct 2020 56,076 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 52,990 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Oct 2018 48,246 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 42,586 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 37,503 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 33,885 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 28,362 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 28,362 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 28,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,702 miles

ns rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 24 Oct 2013 21,702 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

ns rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 22 Oct 2012 13,544 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 11,719 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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GT09 TOD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GT09 TOD, 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 GT09 TOD registered?

GT09 TOD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is GT09 TOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GT09 TOD shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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