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RV08 MKG

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,000 mi
Last recorded69,000 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 MKG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 69,000 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated NS&OS (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 3 Feb 2025 68,810 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated NS&OS (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 22 Mar 2021 68,301 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 66,179 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 60,460 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 58,318 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 55,440 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 52,482 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 46,967 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,636 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 38,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 MKG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MKG, 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 MKG registered?

RV08 MKG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is RV08 MKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 MKG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV08 MKG have outstanding finance?

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