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MH08 DTV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,823 mi
Last recorded86,823 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 DTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 86,823 miles

Covers and shields fitted

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 85,787 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 83,142 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 80,850 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 79,257 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 78,008 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 76,055 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 74,714 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 73,490 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 72,296 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 70,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 68,521 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 64,853 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to os front tyre on outer wall

Pass 11 Sep 2012 62,595 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 62,595 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 58,762 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 58,762 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 43,958 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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MH08 DTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 MH08 DTV, 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 MH08 DTV registered?

MH08 DTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is MH08 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH08 DTV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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