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GU09 EDV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,005 mi
Last recorded91,005 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 EDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 91,005 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 91,004 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 89,223 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 86,952 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 86,951 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 84,295 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 81,464 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 78,713 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 12 Mar 2020 76,191 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 70,608 miles

damage to front registration plate but still readable

Pass 9 Mar 2018 65,114 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 58,933 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 52,260 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 46,821 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 46,821 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2014 41,219 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 34,432 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 26,766 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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GU09 EDV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU09 EDV, 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 GU09 EDV registered?

GU09 EDV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is GU09 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 EDV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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