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JL03 LOU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,142 mi
Last recorded55,142 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJL03 LOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 55,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 54,875 miles

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 22 Aug 2023 54,199 miles

Front Inner Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 53,362 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 51,829 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 46,986 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 46,902 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 45,477 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 44,655 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 43,857 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 42,831 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 40,996 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 33,936 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 25,527 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 19,919 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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JL03 LOU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JL03 LOU, 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 JL03 LOU registered?

JL03 LOU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is JL03 LOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for JL03 LOU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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