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JOS 26

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,740 mi
Last recorded68,740 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOS 26
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 68,740 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 67,391 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 65,902 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 64,196 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 62,569 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2021 60,226 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 May 2020 57,585 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2020 57,583 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 54,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 50,316 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2017 44,477 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 38,960 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 32,863 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,681 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,916 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 7,154 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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JOS 26 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JOS 26, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JOS 26 registered?

JOS 26 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is JOS 26 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOS 26 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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