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JB08 RAD

2014 Mercedes-benz Slk

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,845 mi
Last recorded73,845 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk38,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB08 RAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 73,845 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 73,845 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2025 65,587 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 57,998 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 50,850 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 45,967 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 45,967 miles

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

all brake discs low on wear

Pass 25 Oct 2021 36,959 miles

front tyres normal and rear tyres run flats

nearside front wheel slightly damaged

slight wear in front brake discs

Pass 10 Nov 2020 31,374 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 25,156 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 23,201 miles

Lower covers fitted obscuring view

Upper covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 12 Jun 2018 18,977 miles

Lower covers fitted obscuring view

Upper covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 16 Jun 2017 12,777 miles

Lower covers fitted obscuring view

Upper covers fitted obscuring view

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights aim too low

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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JB08 RAD is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 38,603 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 JB08 RAD, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JB08 RAD registered?

JB08 RAD is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 July 2014.

Is JB08 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for JB08 RAD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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