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HV09 AFE

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,261 mi
Last recorded20,261 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV09 AFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 20,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 20,246 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 20,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 17,995 miles

Nearside Rear fluid suspension hose has a misting of oil

Pass 19 Aug 2019 15,691 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 13,107 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres have worn to 3mm.

nearside rear fluid suspension unit has a heavy misting of oil, it is strongly advised that it is serviced or replaced.

Pass 29 Aug 2017 10,180 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 7,425 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 5,027 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 4,374 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 3,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2012 2,980 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 2,980 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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HV09 AFE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HV09 AFE, 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.

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What year was HV09 AFE registered?

HV09 AFE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is HV09 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV09 AFE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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