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RE08 TNN

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,290 mi
Last recorded39,290 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 TNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 39,290 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 35,402 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 31,114 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 28,565 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 25,852 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 25,208 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Small oil leak from oil filter area

Pass 13 Dec 2018 21,830 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 16,258 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 16,258 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2017 16,099 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 13,222 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,278 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 7,681 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 5,907 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 5,766 miles

Nearside rear tyre perishing

Offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 17 May 2012 5,346 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 4,668 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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RE08 TNN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RE08 TNN, 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 RE08 TNN registered?

RE08 TNN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is RE08 TNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 TNN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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