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W80 YCE

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,504 mi
Last recorded49,504 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW80 YCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 49,504 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 49,133 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 48,946 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 48,631 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 47,812 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 46,891 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 44,901 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 43,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm and worn on Inner Shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and worn on Inner Shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 41,705 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and perished sidewalls (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and perished sidewalls (4.1.E.1)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 39,781 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 37,028 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 35,104 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2013 32,698 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 32,410 miles

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)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 32,410 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 30,882 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,067 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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W80 YCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YCE, 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 W80 YCE?

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What year was W80 YCE registered?

W80 YCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is W80 YCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W80 YCE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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