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KR57 NWS

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,756 mi
Last recorded75,756 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 NWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 75,756 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 75,756 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 75,103 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 73,841 miles

general corrosion underneath

Fail 16 Nov 2023 73,827 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

general corrosion underneath

Pass 15 Nov 2022 73,178 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 72,183 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 18 Nov 2020 71,355 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 70,502 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 68,763 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 6 Nov 2017 66,894 miles

Both front tyre valves are perished.

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components.

Pass 9 Nov 2016 65,389 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components.

Pass 18 Nov 2015 61,352 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 54,082 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 53,729 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 44,909 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 37,239 miles

airbag light on

Fail 21 Jan 2011 23,817 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 23,817 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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KR57 NWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KR57 NWS, 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 KR57 NWS registered?

KR57 NWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 January 2008.

Is KR57 NWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 NWS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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