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KT08 PNL

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,405 mi
Last recorded42,405 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 PNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 42,405 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 41,334 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 39,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 39,083 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play left front lower shock absorber ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Right front lower shock absorber ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 37,996 miles

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine has oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 31,929 miles

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))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 36,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2 cuts showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 36,123 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 34,915 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 33,246 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 30,777 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2016 27,876 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2015 24,757 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 22,136 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 19,433 miles

Advise nearside front tyre perishing in tread.

Advise nearside rear tyre perishing in tread.

Advise offside front tyre perishing in tread.

Advise offside rear tyre perishing in tread.

Pass 8 Jun 2012 17,683 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 15,267 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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KT08 PNL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey 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 KT08 PNL, 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 KT08 PNL registered?

KT08 PNL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is KT08 PNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 PNL 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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