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A21 DFB

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,258 mi
Last recorded107,258 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 DFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 107,258 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 107,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2024 101,588 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 96,636 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 91,207 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn 255 35 19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Sidewall splitting 285 30 19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 77,262 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 69,748 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 62,132 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 56,975 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 51,522 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 40,236 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 31,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (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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A21 DFB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 33,098 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 A21 DFB, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A21 DFB registered?

A21 DFB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is A21 DFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 DFB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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