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BD57 MWZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,248 mi
Last recorded118,248 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 MWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 118,248 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 115,692 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 111,264 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 111,264 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 100,957 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2016 100,729 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 79,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2014 76,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Neaqrside front shock has slight lift

Nearside side front fog lamp missing

Offside front fog lamp broken

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jul 2014 76,122 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Neaqrside front shock has slight lift

Nearside side front fog lamp missing

Offside front fog lamp broken

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013 62,029 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 45,760 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 32,129 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 29,192 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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BD57 MWZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD57 MWZ, 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.

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What year was BD57 MWZ registered?

BD57 MWZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BD57 MWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 MWZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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