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FV08 AXR

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,327 mi
Last recorded134,327 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 AXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 134,327 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 134,290 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 133,243 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 133,207 miles

brake fluid level low

Fail 17 Dec 2022 133,205 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

brake fluid level low

Pass 27 Sep 2021 128,674 miles

both front tyres low tread /worn inner edge

exhaust hanger missing

n/s number plate light not working

various metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 27 Sep 2021 128,674 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres low tread /worn inner edge

exhaust hanger missing

n/s number plate light not working

various metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2020 121,251 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 110,691 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 110,691 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 89,453 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 73,489 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 56,502 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 48,126 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 42,416 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 42,416 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 35,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2013 35,435 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 29,000 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,581 miles

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

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

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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FV08 AXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV08 AXR, 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 FV08 AXR registered?

FV08 AXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FV08 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 AXR shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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