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OV16 WOA

2016 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,325 mi
Last recorded20,325 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl26,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV16 WOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 20,325 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

both front tyres abnormally worn, close to limit and cut on outer sidewalls

Pass 21 Nov 2024 19,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

front number plate damaged splitting

Fail 12 Nov 2024 19,509 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both front tyre abnormally worn on inner edges and perished in tread areas

Pass 13 Nov 2023 18,976 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 17,946 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 17,919 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 17,138 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 16,400 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 12,872 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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OV16 WOA is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,169 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 OV16 WOA, 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 10 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 OV16 WOA?

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What year was OV16 WOA registered?

OV16 WOA is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is OV16 WOA safe to buy?

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