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OO08 DRG

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

69,984 mi
Last recorded69,984 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO08 DRG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 69,984 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 65,759 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 63,593 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 58,224 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 58,223 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 52,572 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 46,410 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 43,374 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 39,281 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,915 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 35,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,693 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 31,574 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 30,725 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 26,050 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 20,720 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 20,720 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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OO08 DRG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc 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 OO08 DRG, 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 OO08 DRG registered?

OO08 DRG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is OO08 DRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OO08 DRG 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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