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H16 JDK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,251 mi
Last recorded37,251 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 JDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 37,251 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corrosion

Pass 10 Dec 2024 35,581 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 33,595 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 31,895 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 30,362 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 28,833 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 27,667 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 27,636 miles

Front Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 26,082 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to legal maximum limit of wear (2mm tread remaining).

Pass 22 Jan 2018 24,087 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 24,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 21,962 miles

Incorrect tyres fitted to the front axle of this vehicle and could have repercusions with an insurance claim.

Fail 17 Jan 2017 21,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Incorrect tyres fitted to the front axle of this vehicle and could have repercusions with an insurance claim.

Pass 29 Jan 2016 19,712 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 17,235 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 13,597 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 9,704 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 6,790 miles

rear tyre treads cracking

Pass 24 May 2011 6,379 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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H16 JDK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 H16 JDK, 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 H16 JDK registered?

H16 JDK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is H16 JDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 JDK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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