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AO08 YDU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,917 mi
Last recorded62,917 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 YDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 62,917 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 60,468 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 58,463 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 57,645 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 56,670 miles

Front discs have minor pitting

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 54,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Nov 2019 54,757 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Nov 2018 52,220 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 52,220 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 47,846 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 45,251 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 42,095 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 39,430 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 36,016 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 33,253 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 30,283 miles

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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AO08 YDU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 50,660 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 AO08 YDU, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO08 YDU registered?

AO08 YDU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AO08 YDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 YDU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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