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HV58 XPX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

85,628 mi
Last recorded85,628 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 XPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 85,628 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 78,709 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 78,708 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 76,361 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 76,361 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 73,938 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 1.8mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2023 73,937 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 1.8mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 70,205 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 66,678 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 64,044 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 64,042 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Jan 2019 60,894 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 56,545 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 53,864 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 49,718 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 49,718 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 42,316 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2012
Pass 31 Aug 2011 24,778 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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HV58 XPX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HV58 XPX, 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 HV58 XPX?

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What year was HV58 XPX registered?

HV58 XPX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is HV58 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 XPX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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