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J17 YEN

2007 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

115,087 mi
Last recorded115,087 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl47,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 YEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 115,087 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 112,852 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 106,263 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 106,229 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements No centre spacing and honeycomb effect (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements No centre spacing and honeycomb effect (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front wiper blades smearing

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside rear shock absorber dust cover split

Parking brake travel long

Pass 1 Mar 2023 105,016 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 104,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 99,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 98,557 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 97,213 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 97,225 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 96,549 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 95,621 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 93,671 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 75,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J17 YEN is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 47,638 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 J17 YEN, 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 19 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 J17 YEN registered?

J17 YEN is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is J17 YEN safe to buy?

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