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MBZ 1457

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

75,013 mi
Last recorded75,013 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 1457
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 75,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 69,488 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 67,543 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flexi hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 65,204 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Wheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 62,697 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 60,238 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 57,788 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs rusty/pitted/and worn on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 56,117 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 54,231 miles

all four tyres have cracks on outer edge of tread,

Pass 4 Jul 2017 51,104 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 47,639 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 46,387 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 43,711 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 37,500 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 32,262 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,579 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 28,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 28,036 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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MBZ 1457 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 94.4%.

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 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 MBZ 1457, 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 MBZ 1457 registered?

MBZ 1457 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is MBZ 1457 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 1457 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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