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1916 BW

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,057 mi
Last recorded21,057 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1916 BW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 21,057 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 20,360 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 19,605 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 20,014 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2023 19,096 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 18,448 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 17,835 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 16,968 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 15,716 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 15,295 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 14,733 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 14,712 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 13,649 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 13,029 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 12,050 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2012 9,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 29 Dec 2011 7,863 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 5,978 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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1916 BW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 50,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1916 BW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1916 BW?

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What year was 1916 BW registered?

1916 BW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is 1916 BW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1916 BW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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