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BK58 YKY

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,656 mi
Last recorded94,656 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 YKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 94,656 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2025 92,497 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 89,657 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 89,657 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 87,076 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 84,811 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 83,021 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 80,914 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 80,914 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 78,827 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 78,827 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 4 Oct 2018 73,593 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre 3mm

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 73,593 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre 3mm

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 69,937 miles

Both front tyres wearing thin on the inner edge.

Pass 3 Oct 2016 65,700 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 62,492 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 55,619 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 46,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

crack in front number plate

Pass 28 Oct 2013 46,737 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

crack in front number plate

Pass 24 Sep 2012 38,584 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 29,267 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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BK58 YKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BK58 YKY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK58 YKY registered?

BK58 YKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is BK58 YKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 YKY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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