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KO08 MVR

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

117,497 mi
Last recorded117,497 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 MVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 117,497 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 113,480 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 103,611 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 96,229 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 89,460 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 80,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (285/30/19) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (255/35/19) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2021 80,801 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (285/30/19) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (255/35/19) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 65,645 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 61,883 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 57,802 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 57,802 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 54,322 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 47,923 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 40,817 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 37,754 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

osr trye inner side wall slightly cracked

Pass 12 Oct 2012 33,174 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 33,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 27,486 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 22,880 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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KO08 MVR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KO08 MVR, 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 KO08 MVR?

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What year was KO08 MVR registered?

KO08 MVR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is KO08 MVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 MVR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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