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SL55 SJP

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,415 mi
Last recorded30,415 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL55 SJP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 30,415 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 29,455 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 29,340 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 29,209 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 29,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 28,786 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 27,582 miles

Under tray fitted

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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SL55 SJP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SL55 SJP, 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 SL55 SJP?

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What year was SL55 SJP registered?

SL55 SJP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is SL55 SJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL55 SJP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL55 SJP have outstanding finance?

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