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J111 BTG

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,620 mi
Last recorded34,620 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 BTG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 34,620 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 34,080 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 33,733 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 33,414 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 32,866 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 32,369 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 31,519 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 30,700 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,012 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 29,156 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 25,739 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 22,268 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,562 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 18,562 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 May 2012 15,331 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,256 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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J111 BTG 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 93.8%.

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 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 J111 BTG, 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 J111 BTG registered?

J111 BTG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is J111 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J111 BTG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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