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SH54 SJH

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,991 mi
Last recorded74,991 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 SJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 74,991 miles

OSF brake is binding slightly

Pass 12 May 2025 67,737 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 60,461 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 49,115 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 40,605 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 34,524 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 34,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing !!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 34,083 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing !!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 33,276 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 32,482 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 30,861 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 30,861 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 29,441 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 27,096 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 24,346 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 20,876 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 17,056 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 13,208 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 13,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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SH54 SJH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SH54 SJH, 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.

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What year was SH54 SJH registered?

SH54 SJH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is SH54 SJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH54 SJH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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