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RV08 GWX

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

89,621 mi
Last recorded89,621 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 GWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 89,621 miles

Nearside Front Wear at steering rack/ rod.

Pass 19 May 2025 84,274 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 82,786 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 77,111 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 69,638 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 69,638 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 62,441 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 54,698 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 54,612 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 53,266 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 51,852 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 48,002 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 46,761 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 40,588 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 35,254 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 32,996 miles

rear tyres starting to split on inner shoulders

Fail 2 Apr 2013 32,996 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

rear tyres starting to split on inner shoulders

Pass 16 Apr 2012 28,471 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 23,450 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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RV08 GWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RV08 GWX, 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 RV08 GWX registered?

RV08 GWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is RV08 GWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 GWX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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