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OV08 TLU

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,354 mi
Last recorded61,354 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 TLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 61,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 61,320 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 60,164 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 58,820 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 53,404 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 49,368 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 47,469 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 45,104 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 41,453 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 36,134 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 29,819 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 19,926 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 14,092 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 14,092 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,581 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 11,581 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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OV08 TLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OV08 TLU, 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 OV08 TLU registered?

OV08 TLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is OV08 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 TLU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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