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A17 BUT

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,658 mi
Last recorded7,658 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 BUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 7,658 miles

Original tyres 2005

Pass 19 Sep 2024 7,538 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 7,442 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 7,348 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 7,291 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 7,142 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 7,022 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 6,925 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 6,819 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 6,710 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 6,499 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 6,386 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 6,185 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 6,004 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 5,715 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 5,117 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 4,905 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 4,646 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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A17 BUT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A17 BUT, 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.

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How do I check the history of A17 BUT?

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What year was A17 BUT registered?

A17 BUT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is A17 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 BUT 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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