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S6 SGW

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,895 mi
Last recorded58,895 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 SGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 58,895 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 58,868 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 58,682 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 58,050 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 56,984 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 2 bulbs not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 55,561 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2020 55,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 53,374 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 51,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front brake pads, warning sensors fitted (3.5.1g)

Front both front tyres aged / cracking

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front fog lamp lens cracked

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre aged and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber and spring dust cover deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre aged and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak slight leak on rear of engine

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% centre rear 2led,s not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 48,354 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 2 led's not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front fog lamp lens cracked

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi connection (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all four tyres lightly cracking on inside siewalls

Pass 25 Apr 2016 44,695 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 40,102 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 34,992 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 29,058 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 20,911 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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S6 SGW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 S6 SGW, 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 S6 SGW registered?

S6 SGW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is S6 SGW safe to buy?

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