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KU08 JKJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,521 mi
Last recorded71,521 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2021 71,521 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 68,561 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 65,280 miles

both front tyres perished and 1.6mm edges

nearside rear tyre perished and limit

offside rear tyre perished and 2mm

Pass 27 Nov 2017 62,264 miles

front brakes worn to limit

front tyres 2mm edges

rear tyres 2mm inner edge

Pass 23 Dec 2016 57,540 miles

Nearside front tyre moderately worn on outer edge

Offside front tyre has a surface cut in the outer sidewall

Pass 8 Dec 2015 52,284 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 46,597 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 44,571 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 41,741 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 38,655 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES PERISHED ON TREAD PATTERN

Pass 13 Apr 2011 34,185 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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KU08 JKJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KU08 JKJ, 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 KU08 JKJ registered?

KU08 JKJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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