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RA08 OHH

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,773 mi
Last recorded54,773 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 OHH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 54,773 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 54,527 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 53,978 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 53,666 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 53,265 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing MINER CRACKS ON SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 53,259 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords O/S & N/S (OUTER EDGES) Deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing MINER CRACKS ON SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 52,350 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 51,685 miles

Starting/charging system in poor condition

Pass 11 Oct 2018 50,813 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 49,950 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 49,550 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear tyres perished

Pass 19 Oct 2015 48,462 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 45,542 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 42,570 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 39,495 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 36,757 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 35,111 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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RA08 OHH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RA08 OHH, 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 RA08 OHH?

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What year was RA08 OHH registered?

RA08 OHH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is RA08 OHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 OHH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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