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8 NRJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

51,463 mi
Last recorded51,463 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 NRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 51,463 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 50,151 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 49,629 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 48,487 miles

Rear rear spring visibility limited due to plastic trims

Pass 7 Sep 2018 45,060 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 40,329 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 40,328 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 39,642 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking on inner edge of tread

Pass 13 Oct 2015 36,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s inner pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 33,464 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 31,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,144 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 22,465 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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8 NRJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 8 NRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 8 NRJ registered?

8 NRJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is 8 NRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 NRJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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