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1998 VT

2006 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,160 mi
Last recorded11,160 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Slk54,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1998 VT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 11,160 miles

Battery not holding a charge.

Offside front tyre sidewall is cracking.

Fail 17 May 2018 11,150 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Battery not holding a charge.

Offside front tyre sidewall is cracking.

Pass 10 Feb 2017 10,767 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 10,692 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Dec 2014 10,511 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 8,680 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 7,669 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Nov 2011 6,978 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 6,362 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 6,346 miles

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 5,434 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 5,434 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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1998 VT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 54,162 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 1998 VT, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 1998 VT?

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What year was 1998 VT registered?

1998 VT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is 1998 VT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1998 VT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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