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DA08 OXR

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,400 mi
Last recorded71,400 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 OXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 71,400 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 69,928 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 67,636 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 65,996 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 63,245 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 61,932 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 59,803 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 57,901 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 55,200 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 51,389 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 51,389 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 46,002 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 39,756 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 33,392 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 27,332 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 20,082 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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DA08 OXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DA08 OXR, 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 DA08 OXR registered?

DA08 OXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DA08 OXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 OXR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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