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A4 BNK

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

33,377 mi
Last recorded33,377 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 BNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 33,377 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 28,286 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 19,280 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 18,968 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 18,615 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 18,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2022 17,193 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 16,298 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 16,086 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 285/30/19 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 16,086 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35/19 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery symbol on dash

Oil leak

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 285/30/19 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 14,127 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 12,230 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 11,714 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 10,723 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 8,992 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 7,705 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 6,904 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 6,526 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 6,232 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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A4 BNK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A4 BNK, 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 A4 BNK registered?

A4 BNK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is A4 BNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 BNK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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