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LH58 AKG

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,144 mi
Last recorded33,144 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH58 AKG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 33,144 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 32,595 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 31,994 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 May 2023 31,194 miles

Front break pads not clear of view

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 May 2022 30,512 miles

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

engine covers and underbody trims/covers fitted obscuring the view to some of the components

rear number plate slightly insecure, unlikely to detach

Fail 15 May 2022 30,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall mark with yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front tyre cut on side wall

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

battery warning light on

Pass 24 Nov 2020 27,968 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 22,991 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 20,638 miles

Offside Rear Tyre inner edges is worn bald

Pass 10 May 2017 16,182 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre has cuts and damaged ()

Pass 27 May 2016 14,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre edge worn bold

Offside Rear Tyre edge worn bold and Age cracked all around

Fail 21 May 2016 14,690 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre edge worn bold

Offside Rear Tyre edge worn bold and Age cracked all around

Fail 19 May 2016 14,668 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 12,994 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 11,965 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 10,560 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 8,605 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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LH58 AKG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LH58 AKG, 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 LH58 AKG registered?

LH58 AKG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is LH58 AKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH58 AKG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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