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RB57 BOZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,263 mi
Last recorded81,263 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRB57 BOZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 81,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 77,103 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 72,401 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 68,703 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 65,206 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 64,895 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s rear sub frame front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 61,680 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 61,680 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 59,242 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 55,759 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 52,152 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 52,152 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Support broken (7.1.1)

Centre Rear Centre support in poor condition.

Fail 11 Jun 2015 47,762 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 47,762 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 73,787 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 38,844 miles

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 18 Sep 2012 29,634 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 25,283 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,890 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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RB57 BOZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc 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 RB57 BOZ, 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

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What year was RB57 BOZ registered?

RB57 BOZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is RB57 BOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RB57 BOZ 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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