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TCP 25

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,237 mi
Last recorded30,237 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCP 25
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 30,237 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 30,220 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 30,170 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 30,086 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 29,818 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 29,367 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 29,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 29,185 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 29,050 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 28,539 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 27,275 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 25,915 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 24,880 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 22,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 18,431 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 18,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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TCP 25 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TCP 25, 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 TCP 25?

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What year was TCP 25 registered?

TCP 25 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 December 2008.

Is TCP 25 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCP 25 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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