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FD08 JJO

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,932 mi
Last recorded138,932 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 JJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 138,932 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 73,694 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin wear indicator close to disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 61,098 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 49,804 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 42,103 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 38,856 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 32,487 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 32,487 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,439 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 21,387 miles

Both front tyres becoming slightly perished/aged

Fail 19 May 2014 18,654 miles

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 May 2014 18,654 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 17,030 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2012 14,953 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 12,544 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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FD08 JJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 FD08 JJO, 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 FD08 JJO registered?

FD08 JJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FD08 JJO safe to buy?

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