2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.0L Petrol · ELZ 5097
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 44,685 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,685 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ELZ 5097 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 44,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ELZ 5097 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Mercedes-Benz Slk (ELZ 5097) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust leaking on rear 'v' section (6.1.2 (a))”.
ELZ 5097 Mileage History
- 03/01/202442,203 mi
- 11/12/202443,246 mi+1,043 mi
- 16/12/202443,247 mi+1 mi
- 21/01/202644,685 mi+1,438 mi
- 21/01/202644,685 mi
Average of roughly 1,210 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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