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FV57 CXB

2007 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,503 mi
Last recorded67,503 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk51,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 CXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 67,503 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake back plate corroded

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2026 67,501 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner brake back plate corroded

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 63,227 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 62,592 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 62,583 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 61,348 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 60,883 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light in mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 60,500 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 60,496 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel bearing has slight play VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 57,105 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 50,246 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 50,246 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 46,553 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 46,553 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported both rear hangers broken away. (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement temporary cap fitted. (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light. (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 42,525 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2016 42,522 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres down to 2.0mm on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 2.0mm and inner sidewall deteriorated badly (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 38,674 miles

plastic covers on sills

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2014 30,480 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front brake caliper pins incorrect size

Pass 28 Sep 2013 26,495 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 22,693 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 18,715 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 14,672 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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FV57 CXB is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FV57 CXB, 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

How do I check the history of FV57 CXB?

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What year was FV57 CXB registered?

FV57 CXB is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 October 2007.

Is FV57 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 CXB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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