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RO08 NGX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,093 mi
Last recorded55,093 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 NGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 55,093 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 53,141 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 53,141 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 49,103 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 49,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 45,487 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 41,494 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 37,539 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 35,303 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 32,187 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 32,187 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,801 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 27,462 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 27,462 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 25,184 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 22,331 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 15,891 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 13,189 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 10,261 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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RO08 NGX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RO08 NGX, 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

How do I check the history of RO08 NGX?

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What year was RO08 NGX registered?

RO08 NGX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is RO08 NGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 NGX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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