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YS57 EDC

2007 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,009 mi
Last recorded124,009 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl47,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 EDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 124,009 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 123,541 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 122,093 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 113,003 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 101,943 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 90,680 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 90,680 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 84,885 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 73,279 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 53,699 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

auxiliary belt damaged

Pass 11 May 2017 47,586 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 44,619 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 44,619 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 40,689 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2014 36,569 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 32,343 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 32,216 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 24,862 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edge and perished

both rear tyres bald on inner edge and perished

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Dec 2010 19,552 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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YS57 EDC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YS57 EDC, 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 YS57 EDC?

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What year was YS57 EDC registered?

YS57 EDC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is YS57 EDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS57 EDC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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