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7 MRK

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,353 mi
Last recorded26,353 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 MRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 26,353 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 25,384 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 25,323 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking to tread

Fail 15 Sep 2023 25,319 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear tyre cracking to tread

Pass 20 Sep 2022 23,909 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 22,540 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 21,663 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 20,922 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 20,922 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 20,621 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 20,017 miles

outer sill covers fitted

vehicle under body covers fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,994 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 17,842 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2013 16,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 14,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 11,591 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 11,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2011 7,317 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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7 MRK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 42,470 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 7 MRK, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 7 MRK registered?

7 MRK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is 7 MRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 MRK shows 18 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.

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