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A8 WSW

1998 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

18,346 mi
Last recorded18,346 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk77,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 WSW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 18,346 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 18,176 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 18,176 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 17,666 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 17,487 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 16,990 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 16,867 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 16,608 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 16,577 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 16,543 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 16,414 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 16,292 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 16,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 16,030 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,842 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,460 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,939 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 14,465 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 13,724 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 13,520 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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A8 WSW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 77,322 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 WSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 WSW registered?

A8 WSW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is A8 WSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 WSW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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