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L16 KSN

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,693 mi
Last recorded49,693 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 KSN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 49,693 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2025 47,826 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 46,011 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 42,003 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 41,999 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 37,415 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 33,466 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 30,589 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 24,596 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 20,635 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 15,841 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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L16 KSN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L16 KSN, 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 L16 KSN registered?

L16 KSN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is L16 KSN safe to buy?

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