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A12 OCG

1997 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,191 mi
Last recorded37,191 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk81,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 OCG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2026 37,191 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 34,954 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 31,307 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 28,520 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 25,330 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 22,133 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 18,684 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 16,518 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 15,866 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 15,561 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 15,394 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 15,028 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 14,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 143,587 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,254 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 13,563 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 12,563 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 12,294 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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A12 OCG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 81,143 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 A12 OCG, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A12 OCG?

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What year was A12 OCG registered?

A12 OCG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is A12 OCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 OCG shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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