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OV08 TXU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,233 mi
Last recorded30,233 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 TXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 30,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 28,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 27,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 26,271 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 25,153 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 24,004 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 23,425 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 22,449 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 21,015 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 19,758 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 18,671 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,234 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,825 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 10,973 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,672 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 5,126 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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OV08 TXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 OV08 TXU, 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 OV08 TXU?

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What year was OV08 TXU registered?

OV08 TXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is OV08 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 TXU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV08 TXU have outstanding finance?

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