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GU09 EVL

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,065 mi
Last recorded17,065 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 EVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 17,065 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 17,065 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Mar 2020 17,044 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 16,168 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 15,445 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall cut/damaged

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall cut/damaged

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall cut/damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2017 14,665 miles

nearside front & offside rear tyres have damage to outer wall

Pass 14 Mar 2016 13,938 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 12,564 miles

nearside front tyre has damage to inner and outer walls

offside rear tyre has damage to outer wall

Pass 24 Feb 2014 11,678 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 10,754 miles

dig in sidewall offside rear tyre

large tear nearside front tyre not to cords

Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,811 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 EVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EVL, 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 EVL registered?

GU09 EVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 March 2009.

Is GU09 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 EVL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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