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KP08 VNT

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

142,580 mi
Last recorded142,580 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 VNT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 142,580 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 124,879 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 116,221 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 105,627 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 102,764 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 100,550 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 99,056 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 97,126 miles

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Pass 25 Jan 2016 92,910 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 89,852 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 86,231 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 81,187 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 76,759 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 76,759 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 71,099 miles

tyres starting to wear on inner edges

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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KP08 VNT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KP08 VNT, 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.

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What year was KP08 VNT registered?

KP08 VNT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is KP08 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 VNT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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