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WU08 SWX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,395 mi
Last recorded73,395 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 SWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 73,395 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 71,305 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 69,285 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 67,590 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 66,656 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 63,338 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 60,896 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 53,479 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 48,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 42,439 miles

EXHAUST HANGERS CORRODED

Front FRONT BRAKE DISCS LIPPED AND CORRODED

Offside Front WHEEL BEARING HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 1 Feb 2016 36,279 miles

both rear tyres are on 1.6mm

Pass 6 Feb 2015 30,992 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 7 Feb 2014 26,706 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 22,802 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 18,964 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 14,665 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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WU08 SWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WU08 SWX, 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 WU08 SWX registered?

WU08 SWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WU08 SWX safe to buy?

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