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C3 CLW

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

59,036 mi
Last recorded59,036 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 CLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 59,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor head lamp output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor headlamp output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 59,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor head lamp output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor headlamp output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 55,695 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2025 55,695 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2024 53,349 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2024 53,349 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2x (3.4 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2023 49,990 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 49,990 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 47,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 44,486 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 41,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 38,092 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 34,281 miles

engine covers and under trays/covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 15 Jan 2018 34,281 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine covers and under trays/covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jan 2017 30,784 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 28,033 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 24,679 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 21,295 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 17,181 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,057 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 5,973 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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C3 CLW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc 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 C3 CLW, 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 C3 CLW registered?

C3 CLW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is C3 CLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 CLW 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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