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KS57 YSX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,355 mi
Last recorded68,355 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 YSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 68,355 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 62,726 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2024 62,726 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 59,244 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 54,097 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 45,797 miles

Offside front headlamp aged. (Lens faded)

Pass 20 Jan 2021 42,750 miles

Condensation in NS side repeater

Light corrosion to exhaust system, chassis, subframe and suspension systems

Light perishing to suspension arm bushes and rear brake hoses

Pass 8 Jan 2020 41,048 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 39,115 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 36,803 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 35,427 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 33,777 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 3,879 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 28,905 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 28,905 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 26,159 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 22,996 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 16,385 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)

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 YSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc 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 KS57 YSX, 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 YSX?

You can check the full history of KS57 YSX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KS57 YSX registered?

KS57 YSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 February 2008.

Is KS57 YSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 YSX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS57 YSX have outstanding finance?

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