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KU08 YUV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,045 mi
Last recorded60,045 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 YUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 60,045 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, bold on inner edge too (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front of 2 arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 2.5mm and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 54,746 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL DAMAGE/ PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR BRAKE PIPES ACROSS BOOT FLOOR (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 54,732 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL DAMAGE/ PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR BRAKE PIPES ACROSS BOOT FLOOR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 50,167 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 49,594 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 46,327 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2022 46,327 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 42,392 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - On limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2020 36,564 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 29,472 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 27,593 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 25,999 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,370 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 20,951 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 20,432 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 20,139 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 18,325 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,200 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,448 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 10,766 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 YUV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YUV, 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

How do I check the history of KU08 YUV?

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What year was KU08 YUV registered?

KU08 YUV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is KU08 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 YUV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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