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LW08 SLK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

46,829 mi
Last recorded46,829 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW08 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 46,829 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 43,545 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 43,543 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 42,134 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 38,474 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 33,710 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 31,470 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 29,501 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 28,434 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 26,296 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 23,710 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 21,977 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 21,975 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2015 18,318 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 15,914 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,624 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres,tread wearing low and perishing

advise front screen chipped

Fail 17 Jun 2013 12,620 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres,tread wearing low and perishing

advise front screen chipped

Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise all tyres starting to show signs of perishing

Pass 6 Jun 2011 8,067 miles

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK SUSPENSION,BRAKE PIVOT AND FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

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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LW08 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LW08 SLK, 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 LW08 SLK registered?

LW08 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is LW08 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW08 SLK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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