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OE08 DWA

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,607 mi
Last recorded41,607 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 DWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 41,607 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 40,401 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Slightly corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes both sides are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 40,401 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both - pump noise heard (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Slightly corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes both sides are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 40,235 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamps lenses in poor condition

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 40,235 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamps lenses in poor condition

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 39,862 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes are cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 39,362 miles

Both front alloy wheels are slightly damaged on outer edges

Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,717 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 37,665 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 36,720 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 36,720 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 May 2017 35,891 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 34,682 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 33,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 31,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Near side front tyre and rim damage

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 27,515 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 24,661 miles

N/S/F Tyre outer sidewall has a deep cut not to cords.

Pass 19 May 2011 21,966 miles

Damage to n/s/f tyre wall but not to cords.

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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OE08 DWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OE08 DWA, 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 OE08 DWA registered?

OE08 DWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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