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LTP 59

2014 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests49 (42 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,672 mi
Last recorded22,672 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl33,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTP 59
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

42 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 22,672 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2026 21,846 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2025 49,538 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2025 67,399 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 67,342 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 20,324 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 47,526 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 64,720 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 17,834 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 46,113 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 62,712 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 16,460 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 44,698 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 60,724 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 14,870 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 43,181 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 13,401 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 58,401 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 41,616 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 57,863 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 12,219 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 40,136 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 10,667 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 57,756 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 37,637 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 8,434 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 57,687 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 35,785 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 6,838 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 57,603 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

unable to see brakes

Pass 14 Dec 2016 33,686 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 57,378 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 57,378 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer pump not working (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 31,376 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 56,514 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 29,458 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 27,077 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 55,034 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2013 55,034 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,747 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 48,709 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 48,709 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 43,559 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

Fail 14 Nov 2011 43,559 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2010 43,901 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 43,901 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

advise nearside wiper arm worn at pivet pin

Pass 23 Nov 2009 42,768 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 42,526 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 42,526 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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LTP 59 is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 49 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 33,262 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 LTP 59, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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LTP 59 is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 September 2014.

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