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KP08 VHG

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,774 mi
Last recorded74,774 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 VHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 74,774 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 74,344 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 74,130 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 71,419 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 71,331 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 71,307 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 71,200 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 69,051 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 69,051 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,501 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 64,501 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 52,319 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 47,800 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 39,774 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 28,895 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,037 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 VHG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KP08 VHG, 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 VHG registered?

KP08 VHG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is KP08 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 VHG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP08 VHG have outstanding finance?

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