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MOW 131

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,498 mi
Last recorded24,498 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOW 131
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 24,498 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES LOOK VERY LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 23,239 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 21,880 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump pan gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

service light illuminated

Pass 28 Sep 2022 20,331 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 18,886 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brake discs fluctuating slightly (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 17,986 miles

Advise front tyres are 225/40/18 and rear tyres are 245/35/18

Front both front tyres wearing on inner edge 225/40/18 dot 0107

Pass 14 May 2019 15,398 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 13,010 miles

Under guards preventing full inspection

Pass 19 May 2017 9,180 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 7,222 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 6,963 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 6,239 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 5,684 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 5,231 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 4,244 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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MOW 131 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MOW 131, 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.

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What year was MOW 131 registered?

MOW 131 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is MOW 131 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOW 131 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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