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MK05 SLK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,720 mi
Last recorded102,720 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 102,720 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2025 101,553 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2024 100,441 miles

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

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

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2023 98,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs scored on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 96,487 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 Apr 2021 94,587 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near brake flexi hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers/undertrays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Apr 2020 92,759 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded - front to rear pipe ( strong advise (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays fitted - front & rear

Pass 9 Apr 2019 83,818 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

covers and under-trays obscuring view

Fail 9 Apr 2019 83,818 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

covers and under-trays obscuring view

Pass 20 Apr 2018 74,524 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 May 2017 66,120 miles

Vehicle fitted with plastic sill cover's; obscuring tester's view of sill area condition.

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's: obscuring tester's view of some components.

Pass 16 May 2016 56,668 miles

Passenger air bag; off position.

Vehicle fitted with plastic sill cover's; obscuring sill area condition.

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring some components.

Fail 16 May 2016 56,668 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Passenger air bag; off position.

Vehicle fitted with plastic sill cover's; obscuring sill area condition.

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine cover's; obscuring some components.

Pass 26 May 2015 48,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle fitted with plastic sill cover's, obscuring tester's view of sill area condition.

Pass 4 Jul 2014 41,709 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 32,796 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Oct 2013 32,796 miles

Nearside Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 19,968 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,414 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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MK05 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver 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 MK05 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 MK05 SLK registered?

MK05 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is MK05 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 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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