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MV09 DFO

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,898 mi
Last recorded92,898 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV09 DFO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 92,898 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jul 2021 87,340 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 81,838 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 79,994 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 79,579 miles

covers on outer sills

engine cover and undertrays fitted

rear brake discs corroded especially n/s inner

rear brake pads low

Fail 28 Dec 2018 79,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

covers on outer sills

engine cover and undertrays fitted

rear brake discs corroded especially n/s rear inner face

rear brake pads low

Pass 16 Dec 2017 75,895 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage Lower ball joint (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 65,833 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 52,358 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 52,193 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 49,088 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 38,027 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,827 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 29,827 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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MV09 DFO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 41,185 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MV09 DFO, 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 MV09 DFO registered?

MV09 DFO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 2009.

Is MV09 DFO safe to buy?

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