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SH08 BVU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,145 mi
Last recorded32,145 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 BVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 32,145 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 32,142 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.096 (max 1.030) (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded, disconnected (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 30,881 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 29,289 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 29,289 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 57,830 miles

Front Engine under tray fitted

O/s and N/s under floor covers fitted

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 26,495 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 25,498 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 25,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 24,218 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 19,589 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 18,578 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 16,789 miles

spare number plates in boot

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,219 miles

unable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,198 miles

unable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

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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SH08 BVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SH08 BVU, 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 SH08 BVU registered?

SH08 BVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is SH08 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 BVU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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