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HD08 HSK

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,595 mi
Last recorded53,595 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 HSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 53,595 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 53,582 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 52,396 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 48,507 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 48,496 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 48,053 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 47,870 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 47,808 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 46,193 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 44,493 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 40,026 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 38,340 miles

Offside Front tyre cracked/perished (no cords showing)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 35,499 miles

o/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 14 Nov 2013 31,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 30,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front and rear tyres starting tp perrish

Pass 12 Jul 2012 28,099 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 24,143 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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HD08 HSK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HD08 HSK, 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 HD08 HSK registered?

HD08 HSK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is HD08 HSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD08 HSK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HD08 HSK have outstanding finance?

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