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FV08 LVU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,620 mi
Last recorded123,620 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 LVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 123,620 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 120,502 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Slight damage to lamp

Pass 2 Jul 2024 116,452 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 111,829 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

auto gear box sump pan rusty

Fail 28 Jun 2023 111,827 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

auto gear box sump pan rusty

Pass 14 Jul 2022 108,745 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under shields fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2021 105,779 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

surface rust to under side of vehicle

under shields fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2020 101,579 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

engine cover and under trays

Pass 29 Aug 2019 96,727 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 89,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges with some side wall damage. (5.2.3 (e))

Wiper blades worn. Would advise replacement.

Pass 2 Oct 2017 79,992 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 79,992 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported x 2 mounting brackets broken. (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 69,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 58,212 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 48,216 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 41,216 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 34,043 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 31,899 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre worn to approx 2mm

offside rear tyre worn to approx 3mm

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 LVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FV08 LVU, 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 LVU registered?

FV08 LVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 LVU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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