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B17 MDS

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,317 mi
Last recorded38,317 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 MDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2025 38,317 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 37,091 miles

Rear axle leaking

Pass 13 Dec 2023 36,209 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 35,592 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 34,916 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 34,457 miles

front brake pads inner getting low

Pass 19 Dec 2019 33,768 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 32,589 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 31,783 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 23,191 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 17,560 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 16,549 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 15,486 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 13,903 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 12,363 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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B17 MDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B17 MDS, 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 B17 MDS registered?

B17 MDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is B17 MDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 MDS shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B17 MDS have outstanding finance?

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