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OE57 DXJ

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,061 mi
Last recorded73,061 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 DXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 73,061 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm outer bush/joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 72,768 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 72,768 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 72,371 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 71,469 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 70,587 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 69,414 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 69,128 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 68,253 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 65,282 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted.

Pass 6 Dec 2016 61,050 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 58,616 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 56,809 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 56,809 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 49,916 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 43,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2011 36,055 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 28,254 miles

all tyres worn low

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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OE57 DXJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 OE57 DXJ, 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.

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What year was OE57 DXJ registered?

OE57 DXJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 December 2007.

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