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BED 1G

1999 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

80,425 mi
Last recorded80,425 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk74,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBED 1G
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 80,425 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 79,307 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 78,721 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 76,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 73,819 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2021 73,819 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 72,629 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 70,767 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 70,766 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 70,766 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 70,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 70,467 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 68,613 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 64,843 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 62,316 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 59,216 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 56,285 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 53,370 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 50,528 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 48,625 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2008 48,625 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 46,583 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 45,501 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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BED 1G is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 74,227 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 BED 1G, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BED 1G?

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What year was BED 1G registered?

BED 1G is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is BED 1G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BED 1G shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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