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KU18 GFZ

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,562 mi
Last recorded38,562 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU18 GFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 38,562 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 38,562 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 35,308 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 31,705 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 29,653 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 21,354 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 14,586 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 14,166 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 12,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 12,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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KU18 GFZ is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 19,050 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 KU18 GFZ, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KU18 GFZ?

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What year was KU18 GFZ registered?

KU18 GFZ is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is KU18 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU18 GFZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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