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SU51 EFW

2011 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,514 mi
Last recorded31,514 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl34,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU51 EFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 31,514 miles

Parking brake release lever broken but still releasing ok

Pass 1 Aug 2025 30,335 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% Worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever broken but still operating as intended

Pass 8 Aug 2024 29,335 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 28,093 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 27,598 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 25,765 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 23,589 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 22,909 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,162 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 16,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 11,661 miles

Offside Rear SIDEWALL DAMAGE

Fail 13 Jun 2017 11,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/30/19 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear SIDEWALL DAMAGE

Pass 2 Feb 2016 6,346 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 29 Jan 2016 6,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 5,259 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 4,247 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 4,247 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SU51 EFW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 34,709 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 SU51 EFW, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SU51 EFW registered?

SU51 EFW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 February 2011.

Is SU51 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SU51 EFW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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