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X19 NJG

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,940 mi
Last recorded71,940 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX19 NJG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 71,940 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 71,937 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 67,312 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 62,241 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 62,083 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Hand brake system only just met requirements (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 57,186 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 52,209 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 48,390 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 44,056 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 44,051 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 39,903 miles

O/S/R exhaust hanger broken, but system still secure.

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brke pipe, corroded at centre and rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/F inner sidewall cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 39,894 miles

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

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

O/S/R exhaust hanger broken, but system still secure.

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brke pipe, corroded at centre and rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/F inner sidewall cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 35,455 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front wheel rim has slight damage

Pass 26 Apr 2017 30,496 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 26,558 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,367 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 15,185 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 7,620 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 26 Apr 2012 1,308 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 1,025 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 797 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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X19 NJG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X19 NJG, 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 X19 NJG registered?

X19 NJG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is X19 NJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X19 NJG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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