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MA08 ZHD

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,495 mi
Last recorded71,495 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 ZHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 71,495 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 61,058 miles

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

Nearside Rear parking brake lower than offside

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2018 61,058 miles

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

Nearside Rear parking brake lower than offside

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 48,055 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)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 48,055 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 43,637 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 39,815 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 34,851 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2013 30,724 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 28,561 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 22,870 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 15,395 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 15,227 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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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MA08 ZHD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MA08 ZHD, 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 MA08 ZHD registered?

MA08 ZHD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is MA08 ZHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 ZHD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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