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FXZ 8931

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2023
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

120,054 mi
Last recorded120,054 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXZ 8931
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 120,054 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 120,054 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 116,534 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 113,998 miles

slight play front wheelbearings

Pass 15 Jan 2018 111,133 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 111,133 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Has been repaired (Alloy Welded) (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged Has been repaired (Alloy Welded) (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 111,133 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CENTRE ARM. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt FRONT ARM (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped BRAKE HOSE INSECURE ON DAMPER MOUNT. (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint CENTRE ARM. (2.5.B.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate BOTH. (1.1.C.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Road wheel cracked IN ONE AREA. (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked IN 3 AREAS. (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint FRONT ARM. (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 May 2016 108,677 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 108,677 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2753520 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 99,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

Fail 29 May 2015 99,813 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

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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FXZ 8931 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 FXZ 8931, 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 FXZ 8931 registered?

FXZ 8931 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is FXZ 8931 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXZ 8931 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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