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YSL 655

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,406 mi
Last recorded31,406 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSL 655
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 31,406 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 30,998 miles

Full under car covers fitted

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 28,240 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 26,855 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2022 23,044 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 21,244 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 18,652 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 14,864 miles

Engine cover, under tray and side/floor pan covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Apr 2018 12,608 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 10,471 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 8,477 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 7,267 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 6,224 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 5,462 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 4,386 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 3,333 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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YSL 655 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YSL 655, 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.

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What year was YSL 655 registered?

YSL 655 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is YSL 655 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSL 655 shows 16 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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