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P8 GSA

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,368 mi
Last recorded57,368 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 GSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 57,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald On Edges And 2-3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 54,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 52,125 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 48,403 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 46,238 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 43,889 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 42,202 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 42,202 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 39,173 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 39,173 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 36,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 32,642 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 28,040 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 28,040 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 24,251 miles

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

edges of treads worn on both front tyres

Pass 7 Jan 2014 20,054 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 16,276 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 11,405 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 7,604 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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P8 GSA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P8 GSA, 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 P8 GSA?

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What year was P8 GSA registered?

P8 GSA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is P8 GSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 GSA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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