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R4 JDE

2007 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,749 mi
Last recorded108,749 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl47,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 JDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 108,749 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 108,190 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 106,461 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 105,646 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 104,842 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 103,497 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 102,375 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 102,375 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 100,893 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 99,391 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 97,515 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 97,484 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 95,330 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 93,307 miles

N/S/F tyre split on inner shoulder cannot see cords

Pass 13 Mar 2014 90,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 86,119 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 81,374 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 73,709 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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R4 JDE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 47,638 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 R4 JDE, 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 19 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 R4 JDE registered?

R4 JDE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 July 2007.

Is R4 JDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 JDE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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