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OE57 JYF

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

51,586 mi
Last recorded51,586 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 JYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 51,586 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 51,204 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 50,117 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 49,251 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 48,437 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 48,027 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 47,573 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 47,129 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 46,495 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 45,575 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 45,573 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 44,030 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 38,019 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 31,838 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 26,344 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 17,819 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 16,100 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 12,863 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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OE57 JYF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OE57 JYF, 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 OE57 JYF registered?

OE57 JYF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is OE57 JYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE57 JYF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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