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RF08 XUJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,333 mi
Last recorded44,333 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 XUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 44,333 miles

3rs brake light inop on bootlid

slight surface corrosion on front discs

Pass 8 Apr 2025 43,314 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 42,910 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 42,620 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 42,221 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 42,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2020 42,035 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2019 41,232 miles

engine covers and under covers fitted obstructing some components.

Pass 11 Jun 2018 40,937 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Jun 2017 39,720 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 39,720 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 38,692 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front tyre scrubbing on inner edge.

Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,332 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2015 31,154 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 21 May 2014 24,623 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 19,235 miles

All 4 tyres starting to crack on inner walls

Front tyres scrubbing bad on inner edges

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

o/s/f underside of bumber damaged

Pass 17 May 2012 13,245 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 7,205 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 XUJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XUJ, 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 RF08 XUJ registered?

RF08 XUJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is RF08 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 XUJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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