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KV08 XSR

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,281 mi
Last recorded69,281 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 XSR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 69,281 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 67,803 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 66,727 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 65,370 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 64,352 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 62,149 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 59,472 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 59,472 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 55,084 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,335 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 50,564 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 50,564 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 46,864 miles

Buckled Alloys N/S/F + N/S/R

Pass 25 Mar 2015 42,704 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 37,490 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 32,663 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,666 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 21,303 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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KV08 XSR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc 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 KV08 XSR, 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 KV08 XSR registered?

KV08 XSR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is KV08 XSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 XSR 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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