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RF08 FOK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,404 mi
Last recorded68,404 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 FOK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 68,404 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material started to corrode just before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material just started to corrode just before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 66,993 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2023 65,981 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 65,981 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 64,683 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 61,353 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 58,079 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 54,817 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 51,729 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 16 Aug 2017 47,781 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,722 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 43,265 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 40,388 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,243 miles

o/s parking brake lazy

Pass 24 Aug 2012 34,290 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,317 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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RF08 FOK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RF08 FOK, 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 RF08 FOK registered?

RF08 FOK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is RF08 FOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 FOK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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