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G9 WEV

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

57,543 mi
Last recorded57,543 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 WEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 57,543 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 56,052 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 56,042 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2023 54,985 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 53,639 miles

Very Little Reserve Brake Pedal

Pass 5 Jul 2021 50,830 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 50,000 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 46,935 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 45,281 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 45,270 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 37,534 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 29,925 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 29,925 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 23,717 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 18,068 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 13,004 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 10,528 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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G9 WEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 G9 WEV, 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 G9 WEV registered?

G9 WEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is G9 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 WEV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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