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5 BJR

2009 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,043 mi
Last recorded21,043 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl41,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 BJR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 21,043 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 20,913 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 20,139 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 19,755 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 18,645 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 17,317 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 16,001 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 14,627 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 12,585 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2014 10,899 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 9,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 9,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 8,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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5 BJR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 41,185 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 5 BJR, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 5 BJR registered?

5 BJR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is 5 BJR safe to buy?

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