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FX58 PKA

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,098 mi
Last recorded75,098 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 PKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 75,098 miles

All under trays fitted with side sill covers

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All *4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 74,169 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 73,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 72,661 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Fail 31 Oct 2020 72,661 miles

undertrays fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 72,421 miles

under tray fitted frnt to back

Pass 12 Aug 2018 70,860 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 68,394 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 63,773 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 58,186 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge has wear

Offside Rear tyre inner edge has wear

Pass 2 Oct 2014 47,574 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Sep 2014 47,535 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 36,968 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 36,968 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 31,705 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 31,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,135 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to wear smooth on inner edge

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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FX58 PKA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FX58 PKA, 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 FX58 PKA registered?

FX58 PKA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 September 2008.

Is FX58 PKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 PKA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX58 PKA have outstanding finance?

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