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MT52 TER

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,854 mi
Last recorded79,854 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT52 TER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 79,854 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 77,925 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 75,589 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 73,430 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 73,429 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 70,998 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 68,768 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2021 68,768 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 66,146 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 62,520 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 60,557 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 59,647 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 58,409 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 54,542 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 47,857 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 39,193 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 33,614 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 27,005 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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MT52 TER is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MT52 TER, 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 MT52 TER registered?

MT52 TER is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is MT52 TER safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT52 TER shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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