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BIG 2280

2000 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,641 mi
Last recorded138,641 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk72,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 2280
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2024 138,641 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 137,954 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 137,325 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 135,601 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 133,819 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 131,681 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 128,325 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 125,915 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 123,570 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 122,641 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 121,223 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 119,005 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 116,495 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 114,419 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 111,867 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 109,492 miles

Offside Front 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 26 Nov 2008 106,239 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 102,927 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 97,961 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 91,886 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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BIG 2280 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 72,680 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 BIG 2280, 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 26 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 BIG 2280 registered?

BIG 2280 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 May 2000.

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