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BNZ 3439

1997 Mercedes-benz Slk

Yellow Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

82,158 mi
Last recorded82,158 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk81,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3439
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 82,158 miles

All steering, suspension andbraking components corroded

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

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

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

N/S/F wing corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 11 May 2026 82,158 miles

All steering, suspension andbraking components corroded

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

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

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

N/S/F wing corroded

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 77,780 miles

Brake pipes slightly corroded

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, not seriously weakened

Fail 10 Apr 2025 77,780 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipes slightly corroded

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, not seriously weakened

Pass 21 Oct 2023 71,675 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion on brake, steering and suspension components

Fail 20 Oct 2023 71,644 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

corrosion on brake, steering and suspension components

Pass 25 Jul 2022 69,536 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 66,686 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 64,765 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 64,736 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 64,736 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 64,653 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 64,605 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 64,381 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 63,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 62,528 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 61,628 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 61,542 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 60,123 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 56,638 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 52,861 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 49,320 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 47,058 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 3439 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk in Yellow with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 81,143 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 3439, 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 29 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 3439 registered?

BNZ 3439 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is BNZ 3439 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 3439 shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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