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KS57 MWM

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,666 mi
Last recorded71,666 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 MWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 71,666 miles

Both headlights misting (Pattern fading - Just meets pass criteria)

Both sides rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Offside front metal brake pipe corroding

Pass 24 Sep 2024 69,905 miles

Both headlights misting & pattern fading

Offside front metal brake pipe corroding

Pass 22 Sep 2023 67,965 miles

Both headlights misting

Offside front metal brake pipe corroding

Pass 14 Sep 2022 67,301 miles

Both headlamp lenses starting to mist

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to minimum tread limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen wipers smeary

Pass 3 Sep 2021 66,785 miles

All steering & suspension shows general age related wear

Nearside rear wheel rim dented on inner edge

Pass 25 Aug 2020 69,695 miles

All steering & suspension bushes starting to show age related wear

Pass 22 Aug 2019 62,595 miles

All steering & suspension bushes starting to deteriorate/perish

Both headlight starting to mist - pattern ok

Front & Rear brake discs worn & corroded

Wipers starting to smear

Pass 23 Aug 2018 60,881 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2017 58,341 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

General ageing to all suspension components/bushes

Nearside Rear Wheel rim slight buckle

Pass 23 Aug 2016 54,498 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Front wheel bearing slight play

Offside Front brake disk corroded on inner edge

Offside Front tyre splitting on inner side wall

both front tyres perished

both near side wheel rims slightly distorted

Fail 9 Aug 2016 54,478 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Front wheel bearing slight play

Offside Front brake disk corroded on inner edge

Offside Front tyre splitting on inner side wall

both front tyres perished

both near side wheel rims slightly distorted

Pass 30 Jul 2015 49,221 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 43,265 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 38,511 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 35,118 miles

front inner brake pads getting low

Pass 2 Aug 2011 31,912 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 29,479 miles

both rear discs light corrsion and piting on inner side of discs

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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KS57 MWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KS57 MWM, 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

How do I check the history of KS57 MWM?

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What year was KS57 MWM registered?

KS57 MWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is KS57 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 MWM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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