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WH51 JAM

2017 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,923 mi
Last recorded18,923 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl22,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWH51 JAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 18,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 18,361 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 17,507 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 17,471 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 17,024 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 16,544 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 15,506 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 13,537 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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WH51 JAM is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 22,135 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 WH51 JAM, 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 9 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 WH51 JAM registered?

WH51 JAM is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 April 2017.

Is WH51 JAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WH51 JAM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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