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23 JB

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,935 mi
Last recorded35,935 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration23 JB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 35,935 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2026 35,935 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 35,756 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 35,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 34,716 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 34,476 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 31,477 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 30,248 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 28,383 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 26,328 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,331 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 23,932 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 30 Apr 2015 23,416 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 22,183 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 21,287 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 16,315 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,682 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 13,074 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 10,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 10,477 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 8,231 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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23 JB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 56,199 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 23 JB, 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 21 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 23 JB registered?

23 JB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is 23 JB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 23 JB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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