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KM08 WSU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,471 mi
Last recorded48,471 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 WSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 48,471 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 45,909 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS GREASED (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 44,787 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 43,565 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS (1.1.11 (c))

PARK BRAKE EFFORT ONLY JUST MET

Pass 9 Jul 2021 41,871 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 41,871 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 40,933 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 40,232 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (snow tyre 2005) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (snow tyre 2005) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 37,947 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 37,947 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 37,570 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 35,681 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 33,204 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 29,334 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 7 May 2014 27,422 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 23,583 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 20,991 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,443 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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KM08 WSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 KM08 WSU, 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 KM08 WSU registered?

KM08 WSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is KM08 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 WSU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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