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K11 SLX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,835 mi
Last recorded72,835 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 SLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 72,835 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 71,017 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 66,608 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 63,492 miles

Both rear brake back plates corroded.

Both rear springs corroded.

Brake lines corroded.

Rear subframe and all suspension arms corrded,body also.

Fail 7 Jun 2023 63,492 miles

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

Both rear brake back plates corroded.

Both rear springs corroded.

Brake lines corroded.

Offside front cross strut inner bush badly worn, balljoint also worn on same arm.

Rear subframe and all suspension arms corrded,body also.

Pass 13 Jun 2022 60,919 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 58,290 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 55,796 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 55,796 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 49,846 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 48,447 miles

Manufactures covers fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Nov 2017 45,415 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 41,966 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 39,785 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2014 35,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,780 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 29,338 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 24,946 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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K11 SLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K11 SLX, 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 K11 SLX registered?

K11 SLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 December 2008.

Is K11 SLX safe to buy?

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