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PB55 AMG

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,713 mi
Last recorded44,713 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB55 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 44,713 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 44,664 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 44,648 miles

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

Parking brake performance requirements only just met. It would appear that the parking braking system requires adjustment or repair

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 44,604 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 44,553 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 44,507 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 44,459 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 44,013 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 42,570 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 42,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,253 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 35,499 miles

Uneven tyre wear on nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2012 29,468 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 28,184 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 23,522 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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PB55 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PB55 AMG, 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.

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What year was PB55 AMG registered?

PB55 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is PB55 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB55 AMG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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