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KW08 YPC

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

60,371 mi
Last recorded60,371 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 YPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 60,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 58,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 56,125 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 56,125 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 54,562 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 24 Aug 2023 54,562 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Lower ball-joint on shock absorber has excessive play (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Lower ball-joint on shock absorber has excessive play (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2022 52,631 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 51,057 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2020 49,115 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,909 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 43,994 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 39,636 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 39,636 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 May 2016 35,877 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Pass 20 May 2015 32,555 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 27,766 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 24,884 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 20,278 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 16,536 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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KW08 YPC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc 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 KW08 YPC, 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 KW08 YPC?

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What year was KW08 YPC registered?

KW08 YPC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is KW08 YPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 YPC 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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