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GR57 HFX

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,922 mi
Last recorded87,922 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 HFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 87,922 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 82,190 miles

Under guards preventing full inspection

Pass 8 May 2017 76,955 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 74,769 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 70,355 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,355 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2013 60,621 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 55,330 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 55,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 41,959 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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GR57 HFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GR57 HFX, 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 GR57 HFX registered?

GR57 HFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is GR57 HFX safe to buy?

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