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LK55 AMG

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,471 mi
Last recorded49,471 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 49,471 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 47,308 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 44,639 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL FRONT AND REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 44,637 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 42,759 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 39,213 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,982 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 31,494 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 29,589 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 27,718 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 24,385 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 19,688 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,436 miles

n/s/f tyre inner tread heavily perished/ cracked.

o/s/f tyre inner tread heavily perished/ cracked.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 11,616 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 8,564 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 3,173 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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LK55 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LK55 AMG, 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 LK55 AMG?

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What year was LK55 AMG registered?

LK55 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is LK55 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK55 AMG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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