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RV08 HRX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,690 mi
Last recorded48,690 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 HRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 48,690 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 48,683 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 47,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 46,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2024 46,107 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 45,082 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 43,797 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2021 42,983 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2020 42,108 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2019 41,100 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 39,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low

Plastic covers and under trays fitted

Fail 3 Jul 2018 39,429 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low

Plastic covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2017 37,385 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2016 33,308 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 24,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2014 18,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 11,949 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 10,720 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 9,287 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 HRX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 HRX, 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 RV08 HRX registered?

RV08 HRX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is RV08 HRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 HRX 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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