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KS09 JDF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,656 mi
Last recorded137,656 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 JDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 137,656 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 137,160 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 136,739 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 136,730 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 136,382 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 133,860 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 131,747 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 129,730 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 126,278 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 124,136 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 115,417 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 97,501 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 75,168 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 75,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 54,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KS09 JDF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KS09 JDF, 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 KS09 JDF registered?

KS09 JDF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is KS09 JDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 JDF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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