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BT57 JWJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

61,530 mi
Last recorded61,530 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 JWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 61,530 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 61,521 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure two brackets broke off (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 57,239 miles

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 57,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 53,075 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 49,006 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 44,546 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 42,855 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 41,754 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 41,239 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 36,187 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 31,964 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 27,298 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 27,132 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,292 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 22,806 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 4 Jul 2013 20,510 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 17,096 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,142 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BT57 JWJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BT57 JWJ, 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 BT57 JWJ registered?

BT57 JWJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is BT57 JWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 JWJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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