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LO08 GEY

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,667 mi
Last recorded69,667 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 GEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 69,667 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 64,438 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 62,386 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 58,857 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 23 Sep 2022 58,857 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 24 Sep 2021 56,049 miles

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 29 Jul 2020 52,599 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 51,384 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 49,130 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2017 47,111 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 44,432 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 40,939 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,469 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 33,153 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 25 Jun 2012 29,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 24,628 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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LO08 GEY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LO08 GEY, 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 LO08 GEY registered?

LO08 GEY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LO08 GEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 GEY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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