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HJ09 MWD

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,281 mi
Last recorded47,281 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 MWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 47,281 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 43,957 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 40,547 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 36,046 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 33,434 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 33,428 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 33,428 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 32,193 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 30,656 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 26,856 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2018 26,853 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2017 25,391 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 24,510 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,025 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,750 miles

Advise left rear and right rear tyres worn on extream inside edge.

Pass 29 Apr 2013 11,138 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 11,138 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 6,609 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HJ09 MWD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red 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 HJ09 MWD, 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 HJ09 MWD registered?

HJ09 MWD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is HJ09 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ09 MWD 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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