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N7 BDG

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,763 mi
Last recorded52,763 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 BDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 52,763 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 52,141 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 51,202 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 50,723 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 50,715 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 50,193 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 49,356 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 47,483 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 44,631 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 40,447 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 32,143 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 32,107 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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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N7 BDG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 N7 BDG, 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 N7 BDG?

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What year was N7 BDG registered?

N7 BDG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is N7 BDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N7 BDG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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