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EF08 CTV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

70,354 mi
Last recorded70,354 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 CTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 70,354 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 67,123 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 67,123 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 64,404 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 61,165 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2022 61,165 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 58,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 53,940 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 48,411 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 44,424 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 40,275 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 36,521 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 32,364 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 28,509 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 16 May 2013 23,980 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 18,713 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 18,713 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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EF08 CTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EF08 CTV, 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 EF08 CTV?

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What year was EF08 CTV registered?

EF08 CTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is EF08 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 CTV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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