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MP52 STP

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,437 mi
Last recorded30,437 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP52 STP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 30,437 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 30,385 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 30,355 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 29,626 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 29,595 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 28,424 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 28,286 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 28,286 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner Sidewall Beginning To Tear And Separate (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner Sidewall Beginning To Tear And Separate (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 27,979 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 26,548 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 24,557 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 23,114 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 21,524 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 19,928 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 18,038 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 17,183 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 11,713 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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MP52 STP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MP52 STP, 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 MP52 STP registered?

MP52 STP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is MP52 STP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP52 STP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MP52 STP have outstanding finance?

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