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SC03 ERS

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,306 mi
Last recorded55,306 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 ERS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 55,306 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 54,347 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 53,854 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 53,570 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 52,741 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 52,741 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 52,205 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 51,499 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 50,810 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 50,810 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear of vehicle (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 49,869 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 47,791 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 43,600 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,294 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,332 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 29,221 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

all 4 tyres on 3mm

both front brake discs corroded on inner face

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Mar 2011 22,109 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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SC03 ERS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,997cc 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 SC03 ERS, 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 SC03 ERS registered?

SC03 ERS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is SC03 ERS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC03 ERS 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.

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