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N5 VRN

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

85,415 mi
Last recorded85,415 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 VRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 85,415 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 81,127 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 74,072 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 69,554 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 67,554 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 67,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 66,288 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 64,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 11 Sep 2018 62,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 60,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.86mm and outer sidewall is cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.40mm and outer sidewall is cracking (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre is cracking

Fail 12 Sep 2017 60,500 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.86mm and outer sidewall is cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.40mm and outer sidewall is cracking (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre is cracking

Pass 8 Sep 2016 57,479 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 53,624 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 51,729 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 49,068 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 47,681 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 43,223 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,332 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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N5 VRN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N5 VRN, 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

How do I check the history of N5 VRN?

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What year was N5 VRN registered?

N5 VRN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is N5 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 VRN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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