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KU08 NWN

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,062 mi
Last recorded69,062 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 NWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 69,062 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 63,629 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 57,077 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 57,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 49,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm and splitting on outer edge. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm and splitting on outer edge. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 49,751 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm and splitting on outer edge. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm and splitting on outer edge. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 44,211 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 44,208 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 40,445 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 40,445 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 39,275 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 38,563 miles

Nearside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 19 May 2018 36,701 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 34,095 miles

advise brake wear warning light on

Pass 5 Jul 2016 32,846 miles

Front both side perishing on side wall...

Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,699 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 29,165 miles

atten n/s handbrake

Pass 1 Jul 2013 27,650 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 24,035 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2012 22,751 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil slightly low

Pass 3 Mar 2011 17,976 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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KU08 NWN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KU08 NWN, 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 NWN registered?

KU08 NWN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is KU08 NWN safe to buy?

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