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BV57 CFX

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,232 mi
Last recorded67,232 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 CFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 67,232 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2025 67,224 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 66,127 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 63,345 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 63,345 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 62,469 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2022 62,469 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 59,685 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 52,808 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 51,832 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 49,629 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 46,006 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 40,666 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 37,507 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 33,160 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 28,518 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 21,831 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 17,056 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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BV57 CFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV57 CFX, 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 BV57 CFX registered?

BV57 CFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is BV57 CFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 CFX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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