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KN09 XWX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,436 mi
Last recorded78,436 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 XWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 78,436 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 74,628 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 71,589 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 71,589 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 65,782 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS Worn and stepped on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Side repeater dull

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS & OS Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS Stepped on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 65,782 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS Worn and stepped on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Side repeater dull

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS & OS Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS Stepped on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 59,414 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 52,077 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 50,753 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 47,587 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 43,034 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

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

spare tyre not inflated

undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2016 43,034 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

spare tyre not inflated

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 37,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,329 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 28,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 20,077 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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KN09 XWX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 KN09 XWX, 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.

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What year was KN09 XWX registered?

KN09 XWX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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