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KU08 ZDR

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,283 mi
Last recorded59,283 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 ZDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 59,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 59,275 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 58,150 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 56,312 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 54,077 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 50,893 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 47,409 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 61,033 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 35,081 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 5 Jan 2017 33,256 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 31,820 miles

Rear tyres at 3mm

Fail 25 Nov 2015 31,820 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative n/s repeater (1.4.B.1b)

Rear tyres at 3mm

Pass 12 Nov 2014 30,205 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 28,002 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 27,728 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 23,078 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 13,554 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 ZDR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZDR, 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 ZDR registered?

KU08 ZDR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is KU08 ZDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 ZDR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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