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BV58 EGF

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,738 mi
Last recorded94,738 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 EGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 94,738 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both rear exhaust clamps defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 93,662 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 89,334 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 86,677 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 85,053 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 82,888 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2020 81,058 miles

Central Rear brake light not working

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2019 78,855 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 77,607 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 76,712 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 76,712 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 75,428 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 74,565 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 74,565 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 64,250 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Fail 27 Jun 2014 64,250 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013 60,868 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 60,238 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 57,794 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 55,991 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,210 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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BV58 EGF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BV58 EGF, 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.

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What year was BV58 EGF registered?

BV58 EGF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 September 2008.

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