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GTF 173

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,082 mi
Last recorded18,082 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTF 173
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 18,082 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 17,737 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 16,891 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 16,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 14,796 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 14,312 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os inner tread area scrubbed off (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 13,903 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 13,608 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 13,304 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 13,159 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 12,821 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 10,868 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 9,993 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 8,918 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 8,021 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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GTF 173 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 GTF 173, 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

How do I check the history of GTF 173?

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What year was GTF 173 registered?

GTF 173 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is GTF 173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTF 173 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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