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EK08 VBX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,026 mi
Last recorded46,026 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 VBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 46,026 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 41,256 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 37,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 34,183 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 27,355 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 22,404 miles

nearside rear registration plate light dim

windscreen washer bottle leaking

Fail 27 Mar 2015 22,404 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

nearside rear registration plate light dim

windscreen washer bottle leaking

Pass 20 Mar 2014 18,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking in tread and wearing on edges

Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,048 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 8,988 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 6,158 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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EK08 VBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EK08 VBX, 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 VBX registered?

EK08 VBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is EK08 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 VBX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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