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PK09 ODB

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,700 mi
Last recorded64,700 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK09 ODB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 64,700 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 64,272 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 64,087 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 63,297 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 63,297 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 63,006 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 61,601 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 61,592 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 58,072 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 58,043 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 58,041 miles

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both fronts on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

tyre pressure light on

Pass 27 Oct 2017 54,569 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 50,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre bald on both edges

Nearside Front tyre has cut on inner sidewall of tyre, not deep enough to reach cord

Pass 19 Nov 2015 45,833 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 45,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 38,944 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 31,795 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 24,826 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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PK09 ODB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 PK09 ODB, 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 PK09 ODB registered?

PK09 ODB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is PK09 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK09 ODB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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