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JBK 43P

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,057 mi
Last recorded13,057 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBK 43P
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2026 13,057 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2025 12,891 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 12,745 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 12,479 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 12,479 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 12,155 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 11,906 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 11,636 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 11,534 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 11,200 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 11,021 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 10,524 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 9,771 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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JBK 43P is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 JBK 43P, 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

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What year was JBK 43P registered?

JBK 43P is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 September 2012.

Is JBK 43P safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBK 43P 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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