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RA58 GWU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slr

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,626 mi
Last recorded19,626 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slr12,508 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA58 GWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlr
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2024 19,626 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 19,218 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 29,801 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 17,654 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 28,159 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,431 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 7,335 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 6,989 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 6,958 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 6,821 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 5,932 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 5,129 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slr?

Based on 1,033 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

92.7%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 23
fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned 6
fog lamp not working 6
registration plate missing 6
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. 4
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RA58 GWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slr in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Slr models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.2% with a typical mileage of 12,508 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slr fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA58 GWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slr typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA58 GWU registered?

RA58 GWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slr, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is RA58 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA58 GWU shows 12 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 RA58 GWU have outstanding finance?

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