CarVerify

Free Car Check

V2 VFC

2007 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

92,928 mi
Last recorded92,928 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl47,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 VFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 92,928 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 92,928 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 90,769 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 90,764 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 89,642 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 89,642 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 88,451 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 81,561 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 81,555 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 80,547 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 80,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split to cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split to cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 79,884 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 77,127 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 73,838 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Oct 2017 69,092 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2016 64,733 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 61,835 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 57,601 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 54,568 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 54,044 miles

both front tyres perished in tread grooves and wearing inner edges

Pass 14 Mar 2013 49,393 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 45,113 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 41,632 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 40,791 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V2 VFC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 V2 VFC, 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

How do I check the history of V2 VFC?

You can check the full history of V2 VFC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V2 VFC registered?

V2 VFC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 May 2007.

Is V2 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 VFC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V2 VFC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V2 VFC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.