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AO08 KER

2012 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,990 mi
Last recorded36,990 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl33,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 KER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 36,990 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 33,830 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 29,870 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 28,810 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 27,489 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2020 26,010 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2019 22,140 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 22,022 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 19,200 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 17,530 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 15,905 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 15,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AO08 KER is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 AO08 KER, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO08 KER registered?

AO08 KER is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is AO08 KER safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 KER 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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