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YK58 OUE

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

34,349 mi
Last recorded34,349 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 OUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 34,349 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 33,078 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 31,911 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Under tray's fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2022 31,911 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Under tray's fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2021 30,108 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 28,307 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,941 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 26,394 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 25,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,222 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 22,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 22,686 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 16,224 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 16,149 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 14,547 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 14,432 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 11,956 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 15 Sep 2011 8,755 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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YK58 OUE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 YK58 OUE, 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 YK58 OUE registered?

YK58 OUE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is YK58 OUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK58 OUE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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