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BIG 6164

1999 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

147,672 mi
Last recorded147,672 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk74,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 6164
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 147,672 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 145,982 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 142,627 miles

slight corrosion on rear sub frame /

under covers fitted / slight rear diff leak / n/s/f fog light loose / slight corrosion on rear springs

Pass 19 Mar 2018 141,713 miles

rear diff leak / engine x under covers fitted / corrosion on suspension units x subframe

Pass 21 Mar 2017 140,478 miles

engine x under covers fitted / rear diff leak / corrosion on rear subframe

Pass 22 Mar 2016 139,338 miles

SLIGHT REAR DIFF LEAK / CORROSION ON REAR SUBFRAME / ENGINE X UNDER TRAY COVERS FITTED

Pass 23 Mar 2015 138,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

SLIGHT OIL LEAK / SLIGHT REAR DIFF LEAK / SLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR SUBFRAME

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2014 135,092 miles

O/S/R INDICATOR SLIGHT WHITE / O/S BODY BAR NEEDS REPLACING / UNDER TRAY FITTED / DOWN PIPE MOUNT BOLTS MISSING / SLIGHT OIL LEAK

Pass 19 Mar 2013 130,396 miles

COOLANT LIGHT ON / O/S/F BODY BAR NEEDS REPLACING / UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 19 Mar 2012 123,020 miles

COOLANT LIGHT ON

Pass 21 Mar 2011 115,204 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 107,371 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 98,028 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 98,028 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2008 87,800 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 77,803 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 67,474 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 6164 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BIG 6164, 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

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What year was BIG 6164 registered?

BIG 6164 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 March 1999.

Is BIG 6164 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 6164 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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