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WV07 YDW

2007 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,687 mi
Last recorded36,687 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl47,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV07 YDW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 36,687 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 34,544 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 34,514 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 May 2021 34,495 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 32,666 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 32,665 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 30,027 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 25,667 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 23,522 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 23,123 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 20,670 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 20,644 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 16,649 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,327 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 11,062 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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WV07 YDW is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WV07 YDW, 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.

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What year was WV07 YDW registered?

WV07 YDW is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 2007.

Is WV07 YDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV07 YDW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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