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DK58 FUU

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

94,312 mi
Last recorded94,312 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK58 FUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 94,312 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 93,882 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 92,172 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 89,177 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 88,700 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 84,680 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 84,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2018 77,668 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer wall damaged not to cords

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

oily residue on diff

Fail 1 Aug 2018 77,668 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front tyre outer wall damaged not to cords

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

oily residue on diff

Pass 5 Aug 2017 74,844 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2017 74,016 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 65,552 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 56,970 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 22 May 2014 44,768 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 35,196 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 24,930 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 11,004 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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DK58 FUU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DK58 FUU, 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 DK58 FUU registered?

DK58 FUU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is DK58 FUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK58 FUU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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