MOT Status
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98,989 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
all rear suspension arms and rear shock absorbers corroded
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure torn on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
all rear suspension arms and rear shock absorbers corroded
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut on inner sidewall but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
all rear suspension components corroded excluding rear coil springs
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front brake heat shield badly corroded
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
all rear suspension arms corroded
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged damaged on inner and outer sidewalls by being run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front brake heat shield badly corroded
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
all rear suspension arms corroded
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
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RE08 CLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
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 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 CLJ, 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 RE08 CLJ registered?
RE08 CLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 May 2008.
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