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KU08 MFY

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,469 mi
Last recorded78,469 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 MFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 78,469 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

suspect noise from within parking brake drum (disc) when handbrake applied

Pass 12 Nov 2024 78,140 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion to nearside floor pan area

Fail 12 Nov 2024 78,137 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Heel board under passenger seat mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 77,579 miles

suspect noise from with offside rear hub when rotating

Fail 29 Nov 2023 77,578 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

suspect noise from with offside rear hub when rotating

Pass 29 Nov 2022 77,038 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded misalighned (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose both clamps deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 76,353 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 75,682 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 75,012 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 74,287 miles

Both rear brake discs slightly corroded

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 72,017 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 67,471 miles

Nearside Front tyre slight damage.

Nearside Handbrake may need adjusting.

Under tray fitted.

Fail 25 Nov 2016 67,347 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) fouling susp leg (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre slight damage.

Nearside Handbrake may need adjusting.

Under tray fitted.

Pass 25 Nov 2015 62,764 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 59,134 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 54,761 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 54,761 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 49,664 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 44,078 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 44,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 39,991 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2011 39,991 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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KU08 MFY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KU08 MFY, 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 KU08 MFY registered?

KU08 MFY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 MFY safe to buy?

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