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KU09 XLM

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,732 mi
Last recorded27,732 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 XLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 27,732 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2026 27,732 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 27,369 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 26,983 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 26,527 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 26,019 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 26,019 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 25,627 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 25,158 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 24,412 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 23,963 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 23,663 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 23,013 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 22,227 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 21,414 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 20,469 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 19,909 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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KU09 XLM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KU09 XLM, 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 KU09 XLM registered?

KU09 XLM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is KU09 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 XLM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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