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FG08 YTW

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

116,988 mi
Last recorded116,988 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 YTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 116,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 115,609 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 115,609 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 112,555 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 101,364 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 88,965 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 75,896 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 63,870 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 48,958 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 33,933 miles

Nearside Front cracks appearing on the tyre inner edge

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

Offside Front cracks appearing on the tyre inner edge

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 18,477 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 17,942 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 16,216 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 7 Apr 2014 14,527 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,146 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,653 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,323 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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FG08 YTW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc 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 FG08 YTW, 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

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What year was FG08 YTW registered?

FG08 YTW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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