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J22 VJT

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,355 mi
Last recorded58,355 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 VJT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 58,355 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 56,535 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources NEW BULB FITTED ON TEST (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 56,535 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction LAMP RESET ON TEST (8.2.1.2 (h))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources NEW BULB FITTED ON TEST (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 54,873 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 52,762 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 51,656 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 51,656 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 49,741 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 48,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 45,904 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 42,178 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 40,179 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 37,179 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 34,015 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 32,029 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 29,293 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,388 miles

both rear tyres have slight wear on treads

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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J22 VJT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc 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 J22 VJT, 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.

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What year was J22 VJT registered?

J22 VJT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is J22 VJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 VJT 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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