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YS57 OFE

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,883 mi
Last recorded58,883 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 OFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 58,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2026 58,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 55,796 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective above axle both sides (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 52,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 49,752 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 46,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 43,492 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 43,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 41,333 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective perishing. (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2020 41,333 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective perishing. (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 39,312 miles

Covers & shields fitted

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 37,762 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2017 36,318 miles

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

covers and shields fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2016 34,406 miles

covers & shields fitted

front pads appear low

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 8 Aug 2015 31,128 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre low on tread

Pass 27 Aug 2014 27,199 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

brake pads apear low

Pass 9 Aug 2013 22,294 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 20,096 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 15,028 miles

Appears that front and rear brake pads might be worn low but view restricted

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 8,257 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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YS57 OFE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YS57 OFE, 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 YS57 OFE registered?

YS57 OFE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is YS57 OFE safe to buy?

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