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J12 WYS

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,758 mi
Last recorded38,758 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 WYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 38,758 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 34,805 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 32,720 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jan 2024 31,317 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 29,478 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 27,613 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 28,811 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 28,394 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 83,933 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2020 28,115 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 27,709 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 26,951 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 26,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn shoulders, sidewall damaged, cracked

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Punctured ()

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edges, cracked

Pass 23 Mar 2016 23,749 miles

Both front tyres cracking in between treads - not showing cords.

Both front tyres worn on edges .

Pass 19 Mar 2015 20,901 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 18,848 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 17,138 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)

sills and underbody covered

Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,833 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)

sills and underbody covered

Pass 25 Mar 2011 13,050 miles

sills and underbody covered

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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J12 WYS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 J12 WYS, 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 J12 WYS?

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What year was J12 WYS registered?

J12 WYS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is J12 WYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J12 WYS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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