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HJ57 PSU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

77,691 mi
Last recorded77,691 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 PSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 77,691 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres 225-50-16w cracked on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2025 75,042 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 74,721 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 74,468 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 74,290 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 73,229 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 72,529 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 71,681 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 71,069 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2018 71,046 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 69,840 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,845 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 66,957 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 66,526 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 63,188 miles

Rear tyres close to legal limit,O/S/F tyre worn out inner edge,N/S/F tyre worn on edges.

Pass 14 Feb 2013 50,963 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 40,150 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 28,752 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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HJ57 PSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HJ57 PSU, 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 HJ57 PSU registered?

HJ57 PSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 January 2008.

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