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J50 VLX

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,871 mi
Last recorded49,871 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 VLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 49,871 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 45,120 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 41,066 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 37,777 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 37,351 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 36,923 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 36,480 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 35,699 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 34,521 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 33,709 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 31,899 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 30,994 miles

front inner brake pads appear to be wearing low.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 30,192 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,765 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 29,285 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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J50 VLX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J50 VLX, 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

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What year was J50 VLX registered?

J50 VLX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is J50 VLX safe to buy?

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