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EA08 MMK

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,046 mi
Last recorded21,046 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 MMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 21,046 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 20,323 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 19,299 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 19,282 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake wear light on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 18,514 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 18,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2022 17,957 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 17,327 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 15,934 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2018 15,229 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2017 14,609 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 13,258 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2015 11,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 10,000 miles

o/s and n/s front tyre tread worn and bald on inner edges, but no cords exposed

o/s and n/s rear tyre treads wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 May 2013 8,115 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 6,818 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 4,331 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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EA08 MMK 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 EA08 MMK, 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 EA08 MMK registered?

EA08 MMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EA08 MMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 MMK 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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