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DA08 BCO

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,263 mi
Last recorded29,263 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 BCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 29,263 miles

Offside Rear TYRE SLIGHTLY CRACKED ON OUTTER EDGE.

Fail 1 Jun 2022 29,262 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn INNER SURFACE CORRODED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear TYRE SLIGHTLY CRACKED ON OUTTER EDGE.

Pass 30 Jun 2021 24,566 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 24,206 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 24,085 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 23,637 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 22,870 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 20,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres both showing stress/age related cracks/cuts on outer shoulders

Pass 6 Mar 2014 18,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 17,574 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 14,859 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 10,421 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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DA08 BCO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DA08 BCO, 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 DA08 BCO registered?

DA08 BCO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is DA08 BCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 BCO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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