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P1 RCM

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,720 mi
Last recorded25,720 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 RCM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 25,720 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 24,671 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 23,520 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 22,652 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 21,938 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 20,945 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,464 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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P1 RCM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P1 RCM, 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 P1 RCM registered?

P1 RCM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is P1 RCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P1 RCM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P1 RCM have outstanding finance?

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