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LS08 UWZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,889 mi
Last recorded92,889 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 UWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 92,889 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 92,867 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 90,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2020 85,187 miles
Fail 7 May 2020 85,184 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2019 73,854 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 70,373 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 70,373 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 67,740 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 64,068 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 64,068 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 61,526 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 58,101 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 58,101 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 55,423 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 49,389 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 43,296 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 43,296 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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LS08 UWZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LS08 UWZ, 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 LS08 UWZ registered?

LS08 UWZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LS08 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 UWZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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