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B2 DJF

1997 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,545 mi
Last recorded31,545 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk81,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 DJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 31,545 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 31,131 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 30,680 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 30,085 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 29,571 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,250 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 28,989 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,732 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 28,732 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 28,570 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 28,519 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,375 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 28,180 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 28,099 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 27,774 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 27,023 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 27,011 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 25,951 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 24,484 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 23,893 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 22,641 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 20,468 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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B2 DJF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 81,143 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 B2 DJF, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B2 DJF registered?

B2 DJF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B2 DJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 DJF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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