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SL07 FLY

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,948 mi
Last recorded77,948 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL07 FLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 77,948 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2025 75,903 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 May 2025 75,902 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 May 2024 65,989 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 May 2023 58,391 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 57,074 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 54,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 27 May 2020 52,786 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material By ferrule (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 51,729 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 51,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 50,877 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 49,891 miles

front number plate slight damage

Pass 17 May 2016 48,149 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Pass 20 May 2015 46,515 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,482 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 38,456 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 38,447 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 32,147 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 23,473 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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SL07 FLY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL07 FLY, 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 SL07 FLY registered?

SL07 FLY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SL07 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL07 FLY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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