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AV08 CEX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,726 mi
Last recorded26,726 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 CEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 26,726 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 26,702 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 26,022 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2025 26,005 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 24,655 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 23,491 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 21,616 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 19,185 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 17,841 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 15,631 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,977 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 12,686 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 11,656 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 11,656 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 11,656 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 10,679 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 9,473 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 8,871 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 7,532 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 6,183 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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AV08 CEX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AV08 CEX, 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.

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What year was AV08 CEX registered?

AV08 CEX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AV08 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 CEX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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