2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.1L Diesel · LE08 AJE
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.1L, diesel). First registered 22 Aug 2012. Recorded mileage 104,313 miles. MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,313 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LE08 AJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2026
- 104,313 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
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LE08 AJE 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz Slk (LE08 AJE) between August 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 October 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: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Central Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
LE08 AJE Mileage History
- 03/08/202391,185 mi
- 12/08/202496,929 mi+5,744 mi
- 21/07/2025100,949 mi+4,020 mi
- 21/08/2026104,280 mi+3,331 mi
- 01/10/2026104,313 mi+33 mi
Average of roughly 4,150 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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