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YY08 GNP

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

52,922 mi
Last recorded52,922 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 GNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 52,922 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 48,189 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 47,605 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 46,861 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 46,085 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 45,378 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 44,918 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 43,464 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 42,550 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,336 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,791 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 37,368 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 35,471 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 31,123 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 31,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 26,254 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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YY08 GNP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YY08 GNP, 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 YY08 GNP registered?

YY08 GNP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is YY08 GNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY08 GNP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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