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KL08 SSZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,017 mi
Last recorded41,017 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 SSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 41,017 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 39,748 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 39,661 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 39,188 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 38,269 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 33,407 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 33,156 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 32,785 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 32,721 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 32,299 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 31,408 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 30,148 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 27,927 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 27,927 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 20,830 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 13,285 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 10,202 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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KL08 SSZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 KL08 SSZ, 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 KL08 SSZ?

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What year was KL08 SSZ registered?

KL08 SSZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is KL08 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL08 SSZ 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.

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