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S500 RPL

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,709 mi
Last recorded28,709 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 RPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 28,709 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 26,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2022 26,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 24,274 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 22,924 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,602 miles

Under trays fitted full length of vehicle

Pass 7 Jul 2016 19,650 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 17,462 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 14,199 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 10,468 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 6,053 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 5,260 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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S500 RPL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S500 RPL, 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

How do I check the history of S500 RPL?

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What year was S500 RPL registered?

S500 RPL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 September 2008.

Is S500 RPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 RPL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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