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DPM 96

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

70,150 mi
Last recorded70,150 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPM 96
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 70,150 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2026 70,122 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 66,414 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge ,,, inner edge worn low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 61,768 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 57,118 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 51,044 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 1 Jun 2021 42,563 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

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))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 34,574 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 29,671 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 27,488 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 24,872 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 22,625 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 21,587 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 19,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 17,212 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2012 13,692 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 10,853 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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DPM 96 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 DPM 96, 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 DPM 96 registered?

DPM 96 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DPM 96 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPM 96 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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