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AF51 SMF

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

60,153 mi
Last recorded60,153 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 SMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 60,153 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2026 60,113 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 58,765 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 57,904 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 56,702 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 55,011 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2022 54,943 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced in the door mirror (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 53,001 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 51,192 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 49,750 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 48,249 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 46,281 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts on the outer shoulder

Fail 20 Jun 2017 46,280 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front tyre has cuts on the outer shoulder

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front exhaust bracket split,but still supported

Pass 22 Jun 2016 44,252 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 44,252 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 40,603 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 36,264 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 30,462 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 30,462 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 27,015 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 18,966 miles

front tyres wearing thin on inner edges

slight play in front wheel bearings

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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AF51 SMF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF51 SMF, 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

How do I check the history of AF51 SMF?

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What year was AF51 SMF registered?

AF51 SMF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is AF51 SMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 SMF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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