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OE08 ZKY

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,219 mi
Last recorded53,219 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 ZKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 53,219 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 28 Jan 2026 53,051 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 51,107 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 49,493 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 49,453 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Rear high level pertinently disconnected

Pass 30 Nov 2022 47,111 miles

Central Rear high level pertinently disconnected

Fail 29 Nov 2022 47,111 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 44,337 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2021 44,331 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2020 42,632 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 41,900 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 40,405 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 38,501 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 36,293 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 32,909 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 30,036 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 26,982 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 23,864 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 23,100 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 20,225 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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OE08 ZKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZKY, 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 OE08 ZKY?

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What year was OE08 ZKY registered?

OE08 ZKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is OE08 ZKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 ZKY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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