2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 1.8L Petrol · WD07 BLF
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (1.8L, petrol). First registered 03 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 48,565 miles. MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,565 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WD07 BLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 48,565 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WD07 BLF 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz Slk (WD07 BLF) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 October 2025 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: Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
WD07 BLF Mileage History
- 12/10/202345,330 mi
- 18/10/202345,336 mi+6 mi
- 15/10/202447,086 mi+1,750 mi
- 06/10/202548,560 mi+1,474 mi
- 10/10/202548,565 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 1,621 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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