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B9 KCW

1998 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

15,755 mi
Last recorded15,755 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk77,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 KCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 15,755 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 15,755 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released feels like the brake pedal is slightly sticking which intermittently holds the brake lights on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2022 15,730 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 15,615 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 15,579 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 15,508 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 15,482 miles

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 May 2016 15,422 miles

under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 26 May 2015 15,415 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 15,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 15,292 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,257 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 17 May 2011 15,227 miles

Both front wheel bearings have little play

Both rear tyres wearing close legal limits

Unable asses underside of engine bay fully due to covers fitted

Pass 18 May 2010 15,081 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,999 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 May 2008 14,900 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,716 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 14,530 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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B9 KCW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 77,322 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 B9 KCW, 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 28 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 B9 KCW registered?

B9 KCW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is B9 KCW safe to buy?

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