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LV57 OYX

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,979 mi
Last recorded102,979 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 OYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 102,979 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2026 102,979 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 102,942 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 98,547 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 88,610 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 81,701 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 79,347 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 79,347 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 71,791 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 66,219 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 61,472 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 58,014 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 49,764 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 40,560 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 30,452 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2012 30,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both front tyres perishing and wearing unevenly

Pass 7 Dec 2011 26,555 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake warning light on

Pass 13 Dec 2010 19,092 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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LV57 OYX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 51,290 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 LV57 OYX, 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 19 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 LV57 OYX registered?

LV57 OYX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is LV57 OYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV57 OYX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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