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BNZ 3315

1999 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,156 mi
Last recorded120,156 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk74,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3315
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 120,156 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 118,961 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 117,997 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 117,997 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 116,813 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 115,401 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material crossover (1.1.11 (c))

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

nearside rear shock absorber corroded

offside rear shock absorber corroded

surface corrosion on nearside brake/fuel pipes

Pass 7 Nov 2019 112,726 miles

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

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

surface corrosion on nearside brake and fuel pipes front to rear

Pass 4 Dec 2018 109,375 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 108,932 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 15 Jul 2017 103,258 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 96,030 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Jun 2016 96,030 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 87,460 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 5 Jul 2014 79,887 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 73,560 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 67,621 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 59,964 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 59,928 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 59,921 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 59,425 miles

both engine drive belts starting to perish

Pass 15 Jul 2009 57,685 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 57,682 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 57,665 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 56,007 miles

Nearside Rear 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 2 Jun 2006 52,918 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 38,077 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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BNZ 3315 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BNZ 3315, 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 BNZ 3315 registered?

BNZ 3315 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is BNZ 3315 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 3315 shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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