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GN08 NZF

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,444 mi
Last recorded51,444 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 NZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 51,444 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Exhaust joints corroded

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 50,958 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2024 49,611 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2023 48,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 47,519 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jun 2021 46,950 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 43,994 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 42,011 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive Oil drips on gearbox oil pan(red). (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil cooler leak to nearside of cooler. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil on undertray dripping. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 38,653 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2017 33,806 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing slightly on outer edge

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear tyre perishing slightly on outer edge

Pass 28 Jan 2016 30,515 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 28,913 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 24,718 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 18,751 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 13,580 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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GN08 NZF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GN08 NZF, 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 GN08 NZF registered?

GN08 NZF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is GN08 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 NZF shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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