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W90 SLK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,818 mi
Last recorded49,818 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW90 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 49,818 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 48,234 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 47,167 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 46,177 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 43,818 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 43,199 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 43,199 miles

Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2019 38,712 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 22 Jun 2019 38,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

n/s/r tyre tread low [2mm]

Pass 29 Jun 2018 37,676 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

n/s/r and o/s/r tyre treads low [2mm]

Pass 4 Oct 2016 37,662 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)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 34,547 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 34,547 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 34,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 30,996 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 27,345 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 22,479 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 16,472 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)

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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W90 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W90 SLK, 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 W90 SLK?

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What year was W90 SLK registered?

W90 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is W90 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W90 SLK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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