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HN08 OGY

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,020 mi
Last recorded58,020 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 OGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 58,020 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 20 May 2025 57,540 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 53,892 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 43,002 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 41,719 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 41,719 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 38,069 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 36,271 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 36,270 miles

Road wheel fixing missing ALL FOUR WHEELS (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 36,207 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 35,882 miles

Battery warning light on dash

Both rear tyres low tread and perishing

Engine covers and undertrays fitted (NO Action required)

Front Brake discs liped

Nearside Front Seat belt slow to retract

Fail 21 Jun 2017 35,882 miles

Battery warning light on dash

Both rear tyres low tread and perishing

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Engine covers and undertrays fitted (NO Action required)

Front Brake discs liped

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt slow to retract

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 35,606 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish

Offside Rear Cuts on tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slight wear on inner edge

Undertrays fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2016 35,606 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Cuts on tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slight wear on inner edge

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 34,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/side inner wheel rim has been repaired

o/side rear tyre has cut in outer sidewall & slightly wearing on inner edge

tyre run flat indicator inoperative on dash

Pass 12 Aug 2013 32,090 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,218 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 16,805 miles

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

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

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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HN08 OGY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN08 OGY, 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 HN08 OGY registered?

HN08 OGY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is HN08 OGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 OGY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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