CarVerify

Free Car Check

EJ57 HRF

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,232 mi
Last recorded65,232 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ57 HRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2026 65,232 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 59,741 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 55,217 miles

both front tyres worn below 3mm tread depth

both sides rear brake hoses starting to crack

offside front inner brake pipe has surface corrosion

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 7 Aug 2023 50,563 miles

center stop lamp innop

Pass 15 Aug 2022 44,779 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 38,670 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 35,802 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 31,340 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 31,311 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 30,160 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 28,937 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 28,937 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 28,428 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 26,997 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 25,742 miles

offside rear tyre tread down to 2mm

Pass 8 Jan 2013 24,517 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 23,063 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 19,097 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
Full Mercedes-benz Slk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EJ57 HRF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EJ57 HRF, 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

How do I check the history of EJ57 HRF?

You can check the full history of EJ57 HRF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EJ57 HRF registered?

EJ57 HRF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is EJ57 HRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ57 HRF shows 18 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 EJ57 HRF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EJ57 HRF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.