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BD08 NGE

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,750 mi
Last recorded71,750 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 NGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 71,750 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 71,312 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 68,954 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 65,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 63,604 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 63,604 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 61,917 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 57,825 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 52,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 52,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 50,198 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 37,350 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,835 miles

cut in rim protector n\s\f tyre

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 NGE 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 84.6%.

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 BD08 NGE, 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 BD08 NGE registered?

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

Is BD08 NGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 NGE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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