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YH08 EVK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,061 mi
Last recorded73,061 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 EVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 73,061 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 71,721 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 69,430 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 66,137 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 64,927 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 64,018 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 62,769 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 60,046 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 58,160 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 55,406 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 53,113 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 51,086 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 47,597 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 38,456 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 20 Oct 2012 38,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 27 Oct 2011 23,833 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 19,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 7 Apr 2011 19,710 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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YH08 EVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YH08 EVK, 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 YH08 EVK registered?

YH08 EVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is YH08 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 EVK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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