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BG08 GOX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,449 mi
Last recorded54,449 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 GOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 54,449 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 54,449 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 48,032 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 47,916 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 47,367 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 46,944 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 45,828 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 45,807 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Main beam tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

no ignition lights working

Pass 2 Mar 2020 43,428 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 39,504 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 39,504 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 35,081 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 35,067 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 25,943 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 21,096 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 21,035 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 18,463 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 15,038 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 12,634 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 9,510 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

near side rear tyre side wall small cut

Pass 14 Feb 2011 6,366 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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BG08 GOX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG08 GOX, 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

How do I check the history of BG08 GOX?

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What year was BG08 GOX registered?

BG08 GOX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is BG08 GOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 GOX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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