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KY08 KNF

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

51,121 mi
Last recorded51,121 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 KNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 51,121 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 48,435 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into brake hose. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear brake hose ferrules into brake pipe. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 45,979 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 44,246 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 43,959 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on edge of tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 40,426 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 35,705 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 32,270 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 32,270 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 28,974 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 28,734 miles

Rear parking brake could be better

Pass 6 Jun 2016 27,061 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 25,642 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 23,619 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 21,392 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 18,967 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 16,152 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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KY08 KNF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KY08 KNF, 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 KY08 KNF registered?

KY08 KNF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is KY08 KNF safe to buy?

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