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Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A reliable? We analysed 1,473 real MOT tests across 276 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,473 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
53,165mi
Annual Mileage
4,254mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A.

Specifications

Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2143cc
Engine
204bhp
Power
6.7sec
0–62 mph
56.5mpg
Combined
132g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2143cc
Power
204 BHP
0–62 mph
6.7 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
White
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
56.5 mpg
Urban
45.6 mpg
Extra-urban
65.7 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1578

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
132 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
42 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,386 mi/yr
Typical
4,254 mi/yr
Average
5,365 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,909 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
53,165 mi
75th Percentile
71,762 mi
95th Percentile
101,688 mi
Max Recorded
153,236 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A THIS CAR 89.8% 1,473 53,165 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz C 77.6% 8,031,355 77,082 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz E 79.4% 4,722,746 83,960 mi 33 yrs
Mercedes-benz A-class 77.6% 4,204,702 57,023 mi 28 yrs
Vauxhall Astra Sri Cdti Ecoflex S/s 86.8% 1,968 88,771 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A?

The Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 1,473 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A owner drives around 4,254 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A reliable?
Based on 1,473 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A does around 4,254 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz SLK250 AMG Sport CDI Blue-cy A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.