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LR08 XOD

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

81,106 mi
Last recorded81,106 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 XOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 81,106 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 80,980 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 80,773 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 80,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 80,099 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 79,769 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 79,625 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 78,503 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 77,161 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 75,138 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 75,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 66,643 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 54,764 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 45,142 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 37,737 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 30,435 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 22,154 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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LR08 XOD 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 88.2%.

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 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 LR08 XOD, 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 LR08 XOD?

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What year was LR08 XOD registered?

LR08 XOD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LR08 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 XOD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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