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V888 CTS

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,066 mi
Last recorded40,066 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV888 CTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2026 40,066 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2025 38,492 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 35,054 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 34,045 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 34,044 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 30,418 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 27,104 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 24,919 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 23,027 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 21,175 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 19,595 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 17,914 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 15,903 miles

engine covers and undertrays obscuring some components

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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V888 CTS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 33,098 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 V888 CTS, 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 14 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 V888 CTS registered?

V888 CTS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is V888 CTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V888 CTS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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