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HGT 1N

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,124 mi
Last recorded53,124 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGT 1N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 53,124 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2026 53,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2025 51,367 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 50,005 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 48,678 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 47,104 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 45,871 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 44,270 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 41,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin os inner 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 39,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 37,653 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 36,600 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 34,130 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 34,130 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 32,072 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,934 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 25,262 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,641 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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HGT 1N is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HGT 1N, 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 HGT 1N registered?

HGT 1N is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is HGT 1N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGT 1N shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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