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H1 FGU

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,729 mi
Last recorded37,729 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 FGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2026 37,729 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 37,268 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 36,943 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 36,472 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 35,371 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 34,975 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 34,385 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 33,436 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 31,726 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 30,606 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 29,629 miles

under sheilds _engine covers fitted,

Pass 9 Jan 2015 25,792 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 24,912 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 20,487 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 19,199 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 17,814 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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H1 FGU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 H1 FGU, 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 H1 FGU?

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What year was H1 FGU registered?

H1 FGU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is H1 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 FGU shows 16 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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