CarVerify

Free Car Check

KE08 DFY

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

78,082 mi
Last recorded78,082 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE08 DFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 78,082 miles

Front Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 65,638 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 61,890 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 58,797 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 58,797 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 58,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 55,083 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2018 55,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner and outer edges worn cut inside edge deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 12 Jul 2018 54,935 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface light outer cluster lenses melted showing white light in areas (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inner and outer edge has cut also inner edge reaching cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 49,328 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 49,328 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front inner (3.5.1g)

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front and rear brake disc slightly worn surface rust due to standing

Pass 17 Nov 2015 42,470 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 42,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 32,456 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 26,350 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jul 2013 26,350 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 21,491 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 28 Jul 2011 13,190 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 13,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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
Full Mercedes-benz Slk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KE08 DFY 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 57.9%.

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 KE08 DFY, 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 KE08 DFY?

You can check the full history of KE08 DFY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KE08 DFY registered?

KE08 DFY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is KE08 DFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE08 DFY shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KE08 DFY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KE08 DFY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.