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LD08 UFV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,645 mi
Last recorded99,645 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 UFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 99,645 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 99,607 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2025 60,419 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 60,346 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 May 2024 57,964 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 56,090 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 49,922 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 45,227 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 45,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2020 34,219 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,375 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 27,648 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 24,441 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 24,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 17,640 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 17,640 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,292 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 15,062 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 14,154 miles

Front brake pads getting low, 75% worn.

Fail 7 Aug 2012 14,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake pads getting low, 75% worn.

Pass 3 Aug 2011 11,948 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 11,756 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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LD08 UFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD08 UFV, 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 LD08 UFV registered?

LD08 UFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is LD08 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 UFV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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