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AP57 LKJ

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,879 mi
Last recorded68,879 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 LKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 68,879 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 63,517 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 63,500 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 59,788 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 56,157 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 56,157 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective rear hangers corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 53,414 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 50,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 47,649 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 44,495 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 40,904 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 40,904 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 37,591 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 37,252 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 35,670 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 25,840 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 25,837 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 24,664 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,597 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 18,194 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 14,439 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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AP57 LKJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 51,290 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 AP57 LKJ, 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 19 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 AP57 LKJ registered?

AP57 LKJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is AP57 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 LKJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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