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KP08 OGJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,688 mi
Last recorded108,688 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 OGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 108,688 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 108,688 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 105,676 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 105,676 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working middle (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 101,400 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 101,400 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 99,730 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 93,302 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 88,031 miles

Front exhaust mounting bracket broken

Pass 11 Apr 2017 82,850 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 82,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 67,063 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 67,063 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 65,308 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 65,308 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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centre exhaust bracket snapped but system still secure

Pass 24 Oct 2014 58,839 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 51,362 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 37,184 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 36,054 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 27,904 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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KP08 OGJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KP08 OGJ, 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 KP08 OGJ registered?

KP08 OGJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KP08 OGJ safe to buy?

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