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BG59 GAS

2018 Mercedes-benz Slk

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,692 mi
Last recorded41,692 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 GAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 41,692 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 72,726 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 72,675 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 38,512 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 61,572 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 36,087 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 50,043 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 29,735 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 29,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2022 45,513 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40.18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35.18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 26,796 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 26,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 35,612 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 35,612 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 19,574 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 30,850 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 26,426 miles

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2018 19,982 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

outer sill covers fitted

upper engine cover fitted

vehicle under body covers fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2017 15,896 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 14,087 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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BG59 GAS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Slk in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG59 GAS, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BG59 GAS registered?

BG59 GAS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 March 2018.

Is BG59 GAS safe to buy?

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