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TJG 176

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,103 mi
Last recorded38,103 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJG 176
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 38,103 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 37,858 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 37,337 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 36,713 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 36,085 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 35,341 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 33,499 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Jun 2018 31,495 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 29,501 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 26,575 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 23,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 21,436 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 19,531 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 16,872 miles

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

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

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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TJG 176 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TJG 176, 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 TJG 176 registered?

TJG 176 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is TJG 176 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJG 176 shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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