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J1 KCX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

50,953 mi
Last recorded50,953 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 KCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 50,953 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 50,953 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 48,291 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 46,988 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 46,707 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 45,330 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 44,673 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 43,401 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 41,924 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 40,205 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 38,029 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 34,000 miles

both front tyres has weather cracks

Pass 28 Apr 2014 30,546 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 27,201 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 19,780 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 17,636 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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J1 KCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J1 KCX, 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 J1 KCX registered?

J1 KCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is J1 KCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 KCX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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