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RV08 GVW

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

61,824 mi
Last recorded61,824 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 GVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 61,824 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 60,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 60,436 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 57,987 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 55,950 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 53,585 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Jun 2021 51,781 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Jun 2020 49,767 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 1 Jun 2020 49,767 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))

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Jun 2019 48,126 miles

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

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

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Jun 2018 44,093 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jun 2017 39,397 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 35,191 miles

engin covers fitted obscuring components in the engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2015 30,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 26,265 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 20,619 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 18,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2012 18,576 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 15,441 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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RV08 GVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 RV08 GVW, 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 RV08 GVW registered?

RV08 GVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is RV08 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 GVW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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