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BD08 NFV

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,896 mi
Last recorded64,896 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 NFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 64,896 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 56,362 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 52,131 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 43,968 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 39,072 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 39,072 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 31,824 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 20,647 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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BD08 NFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BD08 NFV, 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 BD08 NFV registered?

BD08 NFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is BD08 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 NFV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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