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AA55 SLK

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

White Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,749 mi
Last recorded29,749 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA55 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 29,749 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 29,712 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 25,934 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 23,825 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 16,923 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 12,002 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 17,263 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 9,935 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 9,935 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AA55 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in White with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AA55 SLK, 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 AA55 SLK registered?

AA55 SLK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is AA55 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA55 SLK shows 9 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.

Does AA55 SLK have outstanding finance?

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