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CE55 SYD

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,597 mi
Last recorded73,597 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 SYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 73,597 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 70,536 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 70,362 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 70,102 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 69,215 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 68,823 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 68,145 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 68,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 66,859 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 65,411 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 64,576 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 60,998 miles

Nearside Front Tread damage

Offside Front Tread damage

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2015 60,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tread damage

Offside Front Tread damage

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2014 52,844 miles

Front blades smearing

Front number plate surround broken

Small weep on pas pressure line

Pass 23 Dec 2013 43,127 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 33,407 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 20,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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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CE55 SYD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 CE55 SYD, 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 CE55 SYD?

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What year was CE55 SYD registered?

CE55 SYD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 December 2008.

Is CE55 SYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 SYD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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