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G2 HCR

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,954 mi
Last recorded84,954 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG2 HCR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 84,954 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 79,008 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 79,004 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 73,881 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 68,520 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 68,412 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 62,388 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 62,212 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 56,758 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 52,698 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 47,869 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 43,724 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 39,683 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 35,150 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 30,733 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 25,830 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 22,033 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,509 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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G2 HCR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G2 HCR, 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 G2 HCR registered?

G2 HCR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is G2 HCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G2 HCR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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