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SM08 ASO

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,498 mi
Last recorded56,498 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 ASO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 56,498 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 56,476 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 55,011 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 53,805 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 53,759 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Central Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

beeping noise coming from n/s of vehicle

Pass 8 Dec 2020 50,840 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 48,694 miles

Dip beam switch not working as intended

Pass 16 Apr 2018 46,768 miles

both rear tyres cracking

under-tray fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2017 44,765 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 44,765 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 43,358 miles

Nearside Rear cut on side wall

Fail 8 Apr 2016 43,358 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear cut on side wall

Pass 11 Apr 2015 41,311 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 39,842 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 37,583 miles

n/s/r tyre has been run flat may have internal damage

Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,210 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,461 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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SM08 ASO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 SM08 ASO, 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

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What year was SM08 ASO registered?

SM08 ASO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is SM08 ASO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 ASO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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