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HG08 EXA

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,674 mi
Last recorded99,674 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 EXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 99,674 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2025 99,561 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Oct 2024 97,766 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 95,242 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 92,724 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 90,347 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 90,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 85,727 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 76,190 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 75,652 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 73,205 miles

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

Plastic covers fitted under vehicle

Pass 26 Oct 2017 69,193 miles

Plastic covers fitted under vehicle inspection Ltd

Pass 2 Nov 2016 66,936 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 64,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 57,825 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 48,851 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)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 39,070 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,419 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)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 20,944 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 20,944 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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HG08 EXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HG08 EXA, 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

How do I check the history of HG08 EXA?

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What year was HG08 EXA registered?

HG08 EXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HG08 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 EXA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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