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EK08 VBN

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,250 mi
Last recorded101,250 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 VBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2025 101,250 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper hub bolt insecure (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 98,362 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on limit need changed asap 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 98,362 miles

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on limit need changed asap 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 99,550 miles

slight knock from front suspension

Pass 27 Apr 2022 93,563 miles

brake discs back plates corroded/insecure but not likely to fall off

exhaust clamp at o/s/r exhaust box corroded and broken

o/s/f front arm bush has play but not excessive

slight fluctuation on front brakes but not excessive

Pass 3 May 2013 70,084 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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EK08 VBN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EK08 VBN, 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 EK08 VBN registered?

EK08 VBN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is EK08 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 VBN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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