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K88 PWC

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,497 mi
Last recorded59,497 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 PWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 59,497 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 57,697 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 52,105 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 52,077 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 52,077 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 48,980 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2021 44,767 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to clearly inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 40,374 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 31,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 27,963 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 21,103 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 17,007 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 17,007 miles

Front both front tyres perished cracking between tread of tyres

Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,507 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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K88 PWC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 K88 PWC, 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 K88 PWC registered?

K88 PWC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is K88 PWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 PWC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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