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LS08 XJW

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

37,335 mi
Last recorded37,335 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 XJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 37,335 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 36,624 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 35,863 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 35,154 miles

trays & covers fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2021 34,526 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 33,884 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 33,347 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 31,900 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 30,189 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 30,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 28,497 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 26,878 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 24,470 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 22,256 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 18,296 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,730 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,494 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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LS08 XJW 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 LS08 XJW, 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 XJW registered?

LS08 XJW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is LS08 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 XJW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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