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BN58 VTE

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

80,722 mi
Last recorded80,722 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 VTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 80,722 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 79,897 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 78,980 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Sep 2023 78,980 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 77,490 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 76,005 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 74,166 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 73,643 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 73,643 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 73,453 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 66,284 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 64,150 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 58,169 miles

Engine and full body covers fitted.

Pass 27 Aug 2015 53,011 miles

Slight exhaust blow

Pass 21 Oct 2014 48,589 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 42,745 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 42,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 36,894 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 33,030 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 32,981 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 32,972 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,810 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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BN58 VTE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 BN58 VTE, 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

How do I check the history of BN58 VTE?

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What year was BN58 VTE registered?

BN58 VTE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is BN58 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 VTE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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