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OV12 CFJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,089 mi
Last recorded31,089 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 CFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 31,089 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 30,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 29,514 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 28,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NS & OS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 27,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 26,850 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 25,467 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 24,969 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 22,766 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 19,970 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 13,457 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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OV12 CFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV12 CFJ, 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

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What year was OV12 CFJ registered?

OV12 CFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is OV12 CFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 CFJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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