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DG57 FDE

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

125,219 mi
Last recorded125,219 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 FDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 125,219 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 123,430 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 123,430 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 116,889 miles

Underside Corroded (Rear)

Fail 21 Jul 2022 116,881 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Underside Corroded (Rear)

Pass 3 Aug 2021 107,392 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 107,392 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 90,393 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 85,167 miles

Front wings corroded

Fail 28 May 2019 85,167 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid level low

Front wings corroded

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 11 Jun 2018 82,662 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 81,491 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 70,876 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 61,306 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 54,306 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 46,311 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 40,093 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 33,394 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 24,918 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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DG57 FDE is a 2007 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 78.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 51,290 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG57 FDE, 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 19 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 DG57 FDE registered?

DG57 FDE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is DG57 FDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG57 FDE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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