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WG08 DNY

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

60,485 mi
Last recorded60,485 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 DNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 60,485 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 50,284 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 48,189 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 47,662 miles

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 47,661 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 45,460 miles

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 45,460 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 43,365 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 41,606 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 41,602 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 39,018 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 36,012 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN / CORROSION AROUND FRONT BRAKE DISCS INNER SURFACES..

Pass 4 May 2017 35,239 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,125 miles

edgewear on the front tyres.

engine sill and undershields fitted at time of test.

slight buckle in the nearside front road wheel.

Fail 3 May 2016 34,125 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (4.1.D.1b)

edgewear on the front tyres.

engine sill and undershields fitted at time of test.

offside rear tyre wearing low and has a cut.

slight buckle in the nearside front road wheel.

Pass 20 May 2015 31,405 miles

o/s/r tyre close to limit

Pass 7 May 2014 27,995 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 24,342 miles

engine sill and undershields fitted at time of test.

Pass 23 May 2012 20,668 miles

edge wear on the front tyres

Pass 13 May 2011 17,241 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 17,241 miles

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

nearside front road wheel slightly distorted on the inner rim

offside rear tyre very close to legal limit

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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WG08 DNY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG08 DNY, 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 WG08 DNY registered?

WG08 DNY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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The MOT history for WG08 DNY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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