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YF08 PWK

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,971 mi
Last recorded55,971 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 PWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 55,971 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (Corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 53,754 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 50,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 48,730 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Mar 2022 44,103 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 38,943 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 38,131 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 38,094 miles

Nearside Rear brake discs going rusty

under shields fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2018 37,047 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 34,395 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 32,697 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 29 May 2015 28,145 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 23,806 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 20,748 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 17,825 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 13,915 miles

all four tyre wearing on inside edge - possible alignment fault

nearside front tyre splitting on inside edge - not exposing cords

offside front tyre splitting on inside edge - not exposing cords

Fail 17 May 2011 13,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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YF08 PWK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YF08 PWK, 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 YF08 PWK registered?

YF08 PWK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is YF08 PWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF08 PWK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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