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S1 FUV

2015 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,331 mi
Last recorded52,331 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz Sl29,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 FUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 52,331 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides cracked and perished, Worn inner edges 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2026 52,331 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked and perished to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked and perished to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides cracked and perished, Worn inner edges 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2025 47,788 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 47,786 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 44,171 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 40,162 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 40,162 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 36,278 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 35,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2021 35,070 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 May 2019 26,851 miles

Engine cover/under trays fitted

Pass 5 May 2018 20,113 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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S1 FUV is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 29,052 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 S1 FUV, 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 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S1 FUV registered?

S1 FUV is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 December 2015.

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