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MK58 FRD

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

56,117 mi
Last recorded56,117 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK58 FRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 56,117 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 54,905 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 53,032 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 51,441 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nsf ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted concealing testable items

Pass 23 Nov 2021 50,360 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 49,235 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 47,500 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 47,500 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 46,176 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 45,053 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 42,396 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 36,119 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 31,228 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,899 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 19,724 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2011 17,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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MK58 FRD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MK58 FRD, 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 MK58 FRD registered?

MK58 FRD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 September 2008.

Is MK58 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK58 FRD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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