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KR07 SLK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,588 mi
Last recorded99,588 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR07 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 99,588 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 97,163 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 93,765 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 93,765 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 90,439 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 85,987 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 83,416 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 83,252 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted to vehicle.

Pass 22 Jan 2020 82,481 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 74,798 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 74,576 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 62,233 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall curb damaged

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Jan 2017 53,123 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads are getting low (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 49,324 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 45,941 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 40,670 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 35,305 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 29,109 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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KR07 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 KR07 SLK, 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 KR07 SLK registered?

KR07 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is KR07 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR07 SLK 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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