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LP08 JXE

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,903 mi
Last recorded48,903 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 JXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 48,903 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 47,177 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s &o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 46,142 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 45,308 miles

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Undertrays fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2022 44,530 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 43,866 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 41,206 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 37,607 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 37,607 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Side repeater not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 34,501 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Front wheel as slight play

Offside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 30,890 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 30,890 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 27,000 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 23,654 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 18,484 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 12,215 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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LP08 JXE 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 87.5%.

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 LP08 JXE, 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 LP08 JXE registered?

LP08 JXE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LP08 JXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 JXE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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