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S55 LKV

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,758 mi
Last recorded79,758 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 LKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 79,758 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 78,759 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 77,715 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 70,088 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 62,992 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 52,412 miles

parking brake efficiency just met - 16%

Pass 13 Apr 2019 51,640 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 50,516 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 48,657 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 45,425 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 41,524 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 33,686 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 26,454 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 26,454 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 18,578 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 12,341 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 12,341 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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S55 LKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S55 LKV, 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 S55 LKV registered?

S55 LKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is S55 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 LKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S55 LKV have outstanding finance?

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