2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.1L Diesel · K8 LXF
2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.1L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 64,281 miles. MOT valid until 09 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,281 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
K8 LXF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 64,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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K8 LXF Mileage History
- 17/02/202347,912 mi
- 16/02/202457,414 mi+9,502 mi
- 28/02/202561,597 mi+4,183 mi
- 04/03/202561,597 mi
- 10/03/202664,281 mi+2,684 mi
Average of roughly 5,352 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
K8 LXF 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz Slk (K8 LXF) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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