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LG08 PYX

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,874 mi
Last recorded125,874 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 PYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 125,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front washer fluid leak

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 17,also worn on inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 121,486 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 118,362 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 116,360 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 114,230 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 114,229 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 112,267 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 108,094 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 108,093 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 94,512 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 3 Apr 2018 94,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 85,218 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

engine pans

front brake pads low

o/s/f tyre damage to sidewall

Pass 26 Feb 2016 82,457 miles

under vehicle and engine bay covers fitted obscuring components.

Pass 10 Mar 2015 80,608 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 75,187 miles

o/side and n/side front tyres wearing slightly on inside

o/side and n/side rear tyres getting low in center

Pass 21 Feb 2013 64,812 miles

o/side and n/side rear tyres getting low in center

Pass 21 Feb 2012 51,013 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 36,336 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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LG08 PYX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LG08 PYX, 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 LG08 PYX registered?

LG08 PYX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LG08 PYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 PYX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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