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GL08 FWX

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,872 mi
Last recorded49,872 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 49,872 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 49,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2025 48,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 47,565 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 46,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (3.0mm, bald on inner and outer edges of tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 45,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (bald on outer edge of tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 43,773 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 43,012 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 40,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 38,149 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 35,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2016 32,707 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2015 34,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 30,448 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 27,817 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

covers fitted over both sills

Pass 27 Mar 2013 23,714 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,246 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,140 miles

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

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

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

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

brake fluid resivior level low

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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GL08 FWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver 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 GL08 FWX, 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 GL08 FWX registered?

GL08 FWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is GL08 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 FWX 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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