CarVerify

Free Car Check

YA63 CDE

2014 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,272 mi
Last recorded56,272 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl33,262 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 £14.99

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

RegistrationYA63 CDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2014
ColourRed
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

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 56,272 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 56,257 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fail 19 Jan 2026 56,222 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 51,439 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Vibration with engine at idle (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 46,829 miles

Offside Front Daytime running lamp lens slightly damaged - Chipped/cracked

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Vibrating with engine running (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 41,787 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Vibrating with engine running (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 32,409 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Vibrating with engine running (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired Bleed nipple snapped (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 23,755 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 21,750 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 18,321 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 15,479 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 12,160 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

YA63 CDE is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 33,262 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 YA63 CDE, 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 12 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 YA63 CDE?

You can check the full history of YA63 CDE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YA63 CDE registered?

YA63 CDE is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 January 2014.

Is YA63 CDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA63 CDE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YA63 CDE 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 YA63 CDE. 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.