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KM08 YRT

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,124 mi
Last recorded62,124 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 YRT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 62,124 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 60,769 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 59,505 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 59,505 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 58,568 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 57,344 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 55,967 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2020 54,720 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 53,684 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 53,591 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 55,237 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 51,282 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 50,299 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 48,871 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 46,458 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 46,458 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 43,423 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2012 39,842 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES .

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

TRACKING .

Pass 21 Apr 2011 27,167 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 YRT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YRT, 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 KM08 YRT registered?

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

Is KM08 YRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 YRT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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