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A21 AGL

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,182 mi
Last recorded59,182 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 AGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 59,182 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 55,562 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 53,727 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 52,303 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 51,037 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 3 Feb 2021 49,468 miles

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

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

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 6 Jan 2020 43,376 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 28,369 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 28,369 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. headlight will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on the limit inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on the limit inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 18,339 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 17,614 miles

Under body shields fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2016 16,662 miles

Under body shields fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 15,993 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 15,480 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 14,469 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 13,447 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 11,832 miles

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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A21 AGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A21 AGL, 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.

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What year was A21 AGL registered?

A21 AGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is A21 AGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 AGL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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