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H17 OGT

2016 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,227 mi
Last recorded51,227 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl26,169 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 OGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 51,227 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 50,493 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 49,726 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 49,726 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 47,918 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 44,384 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 33,662 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

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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H17 OGT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,169 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 H17 OGT, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H17 OGT?

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What year was H17 OGT registered?

H17 OGT is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 October 2016.

Is H17 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 OGT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H17 OGT have outstanding finance?

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