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DOC 1J

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,185 mi
Last recorded112,185 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOC 1J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 112,185 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 112,156 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge worn out and has a deep cut through to the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2024 105,819 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 99,123 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 92,286 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 86,224 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 80,389 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 73,999 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 67,382 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 60,108 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 51,195 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 42,649 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 35,517 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 30,768 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 22,571 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 17,000 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,358 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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DOC 1J is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DOC 1J, 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 DOC 1J registered?

DOC 1J is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DOC 1J safe to buy?

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