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SLZ 63

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,594 mi
Last recorded62,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 63
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 62,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 60,315 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 60,103 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion to fuel hose jubilee clips at fuel filter

Pass 22 Mar 2022 60,005 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play shock absorber ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

two sets of number plates fitted

water inside offside rear lamp

Pass 25 Mar 2021 58,937 miles

Two sets of registration plates fitted at time of test

Under trays fitted now allowing view of some components

Pass 5 Jul 2019 58,655 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2019 58,655 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear number plates (0.1 (d))

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 May 2018 57,805 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 57,660 miles

slight oil leak coming from the rear differential

Pass 3 Nov 2016 52,482 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Sep 2015 48,634 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 48,559 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 43,403 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 35,210 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 31,618 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 26,688 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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SLZ 63 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SLZ 63, 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 SLZ 63?

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What year was SLZ 63 registered?

SLZ 63 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is SLZ 63 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 63 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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