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R23 OMS

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,544 mi
Last recorded83,544 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 OMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 83,544 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 79,797 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 78,293 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 76,633 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 75,396 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 74,204 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 72,336 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 70,860 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 68,747 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 67,172 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 65,306 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 61,930 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 56,527 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2014 56,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 48,887 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 37,578 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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R23 OMS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R23 OMS, 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 R23 OMS registered?

R23 OMS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is R23 OMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 OMS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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