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JDM 51

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,382 mi
Last recorded46,382 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDM 51
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 46,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 41,231 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 35,797 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 32,327 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 32,327 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 28,767 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 28,169 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 26,973 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 23,718 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2019 23,718 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 19,956 miles

Offside Front tyre cracked on edge of inner sidewall all around but not showing cords

Pass 31 Jan 2017 16,878 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 12,148 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 12,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 10,695 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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JDM 51 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 JDM 51, 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.

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What year was JDM 51 registered?

JDM 51 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is JDM 51 safe to buy?

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