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V19 SUL

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,025 mi
Last recorded64,025 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV19 SUL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 64,025 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 64,023 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 62,944 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 61,162 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 59,366 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 56,342 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 53,400 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 53,400 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 48,974 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 41,409 miles

Nearside Front tyre is perished

Nearside Rear tyre is perished

Offside Front tyre is perished

engine cover & undertrays

Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,920 miles

engine cover

undertrays

Pass 26 Apr 2016 35,711 miles

engine cover

under trays

Pass 22 Apr 2015 34,711 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 29,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 26,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,904 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,742 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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V19 SUL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 V19 SUL, 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 V19 SUL?

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What year was V19 SUL registered?

V19 SUL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is V19 SUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V19 SUL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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