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HV61 RZE

2011 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,857 mi
Last recorded20,857 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl34,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 RZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 20,857 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 19,917 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2025 19,917 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 18,081 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 15,849 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 15,849 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 May 2021 15,154 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 15,153 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 12,293 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018
Pass 7 Nov 2017 10,737 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 10,118 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 8,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 6,710 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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HV61 RZE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 34,709 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 HV61 RZE, 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 15 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 HV61 RZE?

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What year was HV61 RZE registered?

HV61 RZE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is HV61 RZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 RZE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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