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W80 LAF

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,432 mi
Last recorded63,432 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW80 LAF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 63,432 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 57,213 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 57,121 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 50,347 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 49,972 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perishing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 45,302 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 35,203 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 30,060 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 May 2015 27,027 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 38,932 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 32,065 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,676 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside dip beam light output appears slightly reduced.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2011 24,179 miles

Offside dip beam output is slightly reduced.

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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W80 LAF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W80 LAF, 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 W80 LAF registered?

W80 LAF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is W80 LAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W80 LAF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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