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IXI 611

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

84,184 mi
Last recorded84,184 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIXI 611
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 84,184 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 82,954 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 81,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2024 81,749 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 80,286 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 80,278 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 78,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and damage to outer wall 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 78,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and damage to outer wall 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 77,636 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 76,765 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 75,338 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 73,475 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 70,731 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 69,971 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 68,054 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 65,797 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 63,044 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2012 52,311 miles

windscreen wipers starting to smear

Fail 4 Jul 2012 52,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

windscreen wipers starting to smear

Pass 18 Jul 2011 40,048 miles

both front tyres starting to crack and perish on tread and outer walls

Fail 18 Jul 2011 40,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres starting to crack and perish on tread and outer walls

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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IXI 611 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 IXI 611, 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 IXI 611 registered?

IXI 611 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is IXI 611 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IXI 611 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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