2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 1.8L Petrol · EX57 XAT
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (1.8L, petrol). First registered 20 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 171,932 miles. MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,932 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX57 XAT Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 171,932 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX57 XAT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Mercedes-Benz Slk (EX57 XAT) between June 2010 and February 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
EX57 XAT Mileage History
- 03/06/201035,271 mi
- 07/05/201148,294 mi+13,023 mi
- 06/06/201264,665 mi+16,371 mi
- 06/06/201264,665 mi
- 28/05/201379,733 mi+15,068 mi
- 23/05/201496,469 mi+16,736 mi
- 16/05/2015112,982 mi+16,513 mi
- 13/05/2016129,294 mi+16,312 mi
- 21/05/2016129,748 mi+454 mi
- 12/05/2017146,394 mi+16,646 mi
- 06/11/2017153,925 mi+7,531 mi
- 06/11/2017153,925 mi
- 06/11/2018156,100 mi+2,175 mi
- 07/11/2018156,105 mi+5 mi
- 27/11/2019157,601 mi+1,496 mi
- 22/01/2020157,605 mi+4 mi
- 02/02/2021159,087 mi+1,482 mi
- 28/01/2022164,243 mi+5,156 mi
- 10/02/2023166,366 mi+2,123 mi
- 27/02/2024168,108 mi+1,742 mi
- 10/02/2025170,521 mi+2,413 mi
- 26/02/2026171,932 mi+1,411 mi
- 26/02/2026171,932 mi
Average of roughly 8,686 miles per year across 23 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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