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FXZ 5804

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

189,944 mi
Last recorded189,944 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXZ 5804
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,462cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 189,944 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 114,174 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 114,163 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 111,152 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 110,723 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 110,393 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 109,576 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 103,037 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 80,179 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 59,913 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 58,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pads worn

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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FXZ 5804 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FXZ 5804, 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 FXZ 5804 registered?

FXZ 5804 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FXZ 5804 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXZ 5804 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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