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LS57 OHD

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

70,312 mi
Last recorded70,312 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 OHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 70,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 6 Aug 2026 70,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2025 68,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 65,075 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 62,382 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 62,382 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER SIDE WALL DAMAGED (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 60,061 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge and wear unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 60,060 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge and wear unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2021 56,885 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 53,186 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 53,114 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 50,506 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 40,897 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 26 May 2016 34,574 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2015 28,669 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2015 28,669 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 24,400 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.

Fail 28 Apr 2014 24,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.

Pass 15 Apr 2013 17,752 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2012 15,587 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 11,894 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 11,812 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 11,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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LS57 OHD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS57 OHD, 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 LS57 OHD registered?

LS57 OHD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is LS57 OHD safe to buy?

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