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FY08 YPW

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,269 mi
Last recorded74,269 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 YPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 74,269 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 69,467 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 65,654 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Run flat tyre fitted - No TPMS

Fail 4 Oct 2021 65,654 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured Broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Run flat tyre fitted - No TPMS

Pass 10 Oct 2020 62,828 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2020 62,824 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 57,670 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 57,606 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Light unit pushed back , lower mounting damaged , cannot adjust aim (4.1.2 (a))

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 52,320 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2017 44,728 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)

body damage

Fail 4 Apr 2017 44,710 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint where marked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint where marked (2.5.B.1a)

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)

body damage

Pass 1 Apr 2016 38,466 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 33,433 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wheel rims slightly distorted

Pass 3 Mar 2014 30,326 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 21,219 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 15,593 miles

rear tyres worn OS REAR WORN TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 3 Mar 2011 12,495 miles

os rear tyre 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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FY08 YPW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FY08 YPW, 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 FY08 YPW registered?

FY08 YPW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FY08 YPW safe to buy?

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