CarVerify

Free Car Check

NR12 CAR

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,547 mi
Last recorded55,547 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR12 CAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 55,547 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 48,554 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 48,554 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nail in tyre

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 42,788 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 37,354 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 37,354 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both front aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pad warning on, rear pads low (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 31,622 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 26,846 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 26,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 13,369 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 10,992 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 9,055 miles

Offside Front noisy brake

Pass 22 Jun 2016 7,234 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 4,978 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NR12 CAR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 NR12 CAR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NR12 CAR?

You can check the full history of NR12 CAR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NR12 CAR registered?

NR12 CAR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is NR12 CAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NR12 CAR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NR12 CAR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NR12 CAR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.