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KW08 VHV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,701 mi
Last recorded36,701 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 VHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 36,701 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 36,624 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 28,481 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 24,767 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

underside corrosion

Pass 7 Feb 2023 24,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 23,621 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 23,048 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 22,722 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 21,699 miles

Front ball joint boot split(castor)both arms

Offside Front suspension arm ball joint boot split (camber arm)

Pass 29 Jan 2018 20,750 miles

front and rear brakepipes slightly corroded

Fail 29 Jan 2018 20,750 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

front and rear brakepipes slightly corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2017 19,998 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 18,543 miles

rear brakepipes slightly corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2015 18,012 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 15,999 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 14,147 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 12,600 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 10,725 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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KW08 VHV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc 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 KW08 VHV, 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 KW08 VHV registered?

KW08 VHV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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The MOT history for KW08 VHV 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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