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FG08 ZXS

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

59,547 mi
Last recorded59,547 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 59,547 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 57,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 52,362 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 52,258 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 50,669 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 48,405 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 47,238 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged starting to go out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 46,270 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 45,627 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 45,617 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating NSF BRAKE FLUCTUATION (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW EFFORT (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating OSF BRAKE FLUCTUATION (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW EFFORT (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF DISCS PITTED AND WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR DISCS PITTED AND WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened OSF DISCS PITTED AND WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR DISCS PITTED AND WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 43,406 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 40,648 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 37,796 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 37,786 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 36,444 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,367 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2013 25,178 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 25,173 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 19,909 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 14,328 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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FG08 ZXS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG08 ZXS, 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 FG08 ZXS registered?

FG08 ZXS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is FG08 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 ZXS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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