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GN08 VHJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,393 mi
Last recorded31,393 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 31,393 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 31,223 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 30,716 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 30,215 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 29,745 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 29,543 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 29,288 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2020 29,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

battery warning light on

Pass 29 May 2019 29,105 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 29,075 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,348 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 28,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 28,200 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 26,090 miles

Nearside Rear wheel rim slightly buckled

Offside Rear tyre tread perishing

Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,603 miles

front tyres have various cuts on sidewalls

nearside rear wheel rim buckled slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2014 21,182 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 18,860 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 14,685 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 8,484 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 8,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 VHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GN08 VHJ, 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 VHJ registered?

GN08 VHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is GN08 VHJ safe to buy?

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