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EX08 FLD

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,404 mi
Last recorded61,404 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 FLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 61,404 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 59,225 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower suspension arm, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 59,674 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Control arm's, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 54,745 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 52,745 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 49,985 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 49,334 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre confirmed losing air.both rears are on 3mm so advise against repair. Pirellis all round.225/50/16 on the rear ()

Pass 13 May 2019 45,383 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 40,907 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 36,739 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 36,739 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 31,960 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 27,264 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 23,001 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 21,221 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 16,584 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 13,021 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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EX08 FLD 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 94.1%.

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 EX08 FLD, 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 EX08 FLD registered?

EX08 FLD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is EX08 FLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 FLD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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