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RE08 CJV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,796 mi
Last recorded89,796 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 CJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 89,796 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 83,652 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 83,609 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 77,013 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2024 77,013 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 74,216 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 74,216 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 72,574 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 70,518 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 64,412 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2018 59,250 miles

Offside Rear Lamp slightly condensated

Fail 30 Apr 2018 59,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured All (1.4.A.2f)

Front Both outer tyre walls slightly damaged

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both torque strut arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lamp slightly condensated

Pass 4 May 2017 54,132 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 54,024 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 45,759 miles

advise front tyres wearing down on inner edges

advise parking brake efficiency could be better

Pass 30 Apr 2015 38,704 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 28 Apr 2014 30,931 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 25,000 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 Apr 2012 19,677 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 19,671 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 14,262 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)

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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RE08 CJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE08 CJV, 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 RE08 CJV registered?

RE08 CJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is RE08 CJV safe to buy?

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