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BJ08 XFG

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

56,650 mi
Last recorded56,650 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 56,650 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 53,223 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 48,771 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 42,419 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 42,016 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 40,526 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 38,324 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 36,909 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 34,741 miles

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

noise from front of vehicle when turning

Pass 5 Jan 2015 29,942 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 24,224 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 19,744 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 16,666 miles

front brake pads app.85% worn, disc's lipped

Fail 4 May 2011 16,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front brake pads app.85% worn, disc's lipped

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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BJ08 XFG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BJ08 XFG, 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 BJ08 XFG registered?

BJ08 XFG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is BJ08 XFG safe to buy?

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