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B6 GFM

1997 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,493 mi
Last recorded94,493 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk81,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 GFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 94,493 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 93,570 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 92,205 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 91,649 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 91,645 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 91,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 May 2013 91,290 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 May 2013 91,290 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 May 2012 90,886 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 90,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 89,974 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2009 88,996 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 12 May 2008 88,524 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 87,870 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 81,972 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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B6 GFM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 B6 GFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B6 GFM registered?

B6 GFM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 December 1997.

Is B6 GFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 GFM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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