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OW08 XAF

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

74,074 mi
Last recorded74,074 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 XAF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 74,074 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides of vehicle. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 71,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 69,128 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 68,495 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 68,250 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 65,069 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 63,364 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 58,527 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 51,210 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 49,806 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 49,086 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 48,711 miles

front inside brake pads wearing thin

front tyres wearing edges slightly

rear tyres wearing inside edges

Pass 9 Sep 2014 47,017 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2013 43,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 42,979 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,431 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 36,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2011 28,376 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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OW08 XAF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 6,208cc 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 OW08 XAF, 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 OW08 XAF registered?

OW08 XAF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is OW08 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 XAF 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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