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PX08 PLV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,674 mi
Last recorded66,674 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 PLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 66,674 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 65,069 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 64,378 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 63,530 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 61,769 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 58,171 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 54,278 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 51,750 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 48,373 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 48,373 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 42,801 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 36,639 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 31,580 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 31,580 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,093 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,659 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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PX08 PLV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PX08 PLV, 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 PX08 PLV?

You can check the full history of PX08 PLV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PX08 PLV registered?

PX08 PLV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is PX08 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 PLV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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