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D12 RJF

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,218 mi
Last recorded60,218 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD12 RJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 60,218 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 56,832 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 49,522 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder . ()

Pass 26 Aug 2022 44,204 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 44,204 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong plates fitted (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 43,883 miles

Offside Front Drumstick has slight play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 40,319 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 40,315 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 34,206 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 29,013 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2017 27,516 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 22,946 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 18,965 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 17,534 miles

both front tyres deteriorated on edges

Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,651 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 12,702 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,176 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 8,611 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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D12 RJF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D12 RJF, 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

How do I check the history of D12 RJF?

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What year was D12 RJF registered?

D12 RJF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is D12 RJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D12 RJF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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