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EK08 HYZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,288 mi
Last recorded41,288 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 HYZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 41,288 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 37,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 34,310 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 34,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2023 31,936 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 29,233 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 26,501 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 18 Mar 2020 25,128 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 23,554 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 21,459 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Mar 2018 21,450 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed excessive wear inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Mar 2017 19,691 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge/cracked

Pass 29 Mar 2016 17,526 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 15,661 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 13,337 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 11,102 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 8,627 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 6,680 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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EK08 HYZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EK08 HYZ, 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 EK08 HYZ registered?

EK08 HYZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is EK08 HYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 HYZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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