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SD08 SXT

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

125,588 mi
Last recorded125,588 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 SXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 125,588 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 123,290 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension leg top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted to underside

Fail 19 Oct 2022 123,290 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre mounting insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension leg top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension leg top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted to underside

Pass 14 Oct 2021 121,991 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings around strut top mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted to underside

Fail 14 Oct 2021 121,990 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded outer both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings around strut top mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted to underside

Pass 13 Oct 2020 120,898 miles

all backplates corroded

front brake discs corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2020 120,898 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all backplates corroded

front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2019 118,621 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 112,690 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 101,603 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 98,567 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 87,331 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 75,357 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 60,732 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 44,000 miles

INNER FACES OF FRONT DISCS ARE CORRODED

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 22,864 miles

front discs slightly pitted

slight tread separation on front tyres

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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SD08 SXT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SD08 SXT, 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 SD08 SXT registered?

SD08 SXT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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