MOT Status
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82,416 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Covers and under shields fitted not allowing the inspection of some items
Outer sill and underbody covers fitted obscuring testable components
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Outer sill and underbody covers fitted obscuring testable components
Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
n/s dip beam bulb dim.
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GM08 BTU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 GM08 BTU, 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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How do I check the history of GM08 BTU?
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What year was GM08 BTU registered?
GM08 BTU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 May 2008.
Is GM08 BTU safe to buy?
The MOT history for GM08 BTU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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