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SK08 NMU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,343 mi
Last recorded20,343 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 NMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 20,343 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 20,081 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 19,878 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 19,635 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 19,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 19,331 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2021 19,092 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 19,087 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 18,952 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 18,514 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 17,092 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 15,168 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 12,546 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 10,747 miles

both rear tyres and offside front tyre crack/perished

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,898 miles

both rear tyre lightly cracked

n/s/f tyre lightly cracked and slight damage outside wall

Pass 14 May 2012 9,240 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

rear tyres slightly perished

sill covers fitted

unable to fully check rear springs

Pass 24 Feb 2011 8,147 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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SK08 NMU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SK08 NMU, 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

How do I check the history of SK08 NMU?

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What year was SK08 NMU registered?

SK08 NMU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SK08 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 NMU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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