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HK57 OCU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

125,504 mi
Last recorded125,504 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 OCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 125,504 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 118,709 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 113,287 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 106,420 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 100,998 miles

Front both slight play in wheelbearings

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine covers fitted floor pan covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2021 97,777 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 94,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 90,187 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 89,339 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 82,169 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 73,556 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 66,738 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Feb 2015 66,720 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2014 55,061 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 43,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 10 Feb 2012 36,776 miles

n/s/f, n/s/r & o/s/r tyres wearing thin.

Pass 24 Jan 2011 26,447 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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HK57 OCU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HK57 OCU, 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 HK57 OCU?

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What year was HK57 OCU registered?

HK57 OCU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is HK57 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 OCU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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