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X1 BRX

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

53,293 mi
Last recorded53,293 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX1 BRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 53,293 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 51,148 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 49,801 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 49,729 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 48,319 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 48,245 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 46,445 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 46,445 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 44,875 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Rear of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 43,538 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 41,176 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 40,493 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 37,730 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 33,269 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 27,117 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 20,308 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 14,293 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 14,240 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 10,176 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 10,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 9,933 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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X1 BRX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X1 BRX, 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 X1 BRX?

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What year was X1 BRX registered?

X1 BRX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is X1 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X1 BRX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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