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HG12 XXS

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,666 mi
Last recorded48,666 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 XXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 48,666 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 47,129 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 44,427 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 44,363 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 43,373 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 42,137 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 41,746 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 41,746 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,209 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 37,004 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 32,426 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,082 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 19,716 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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HG12 XXS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 33,098 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 HG12 XXS, 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 14 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 HG12 XXS?

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What year was HG12 XXS registered?

HG12 XXS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is HG12 XXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 XXS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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