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A18 OCD

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,322 mi
Last recorded112,322 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 OCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 112,322 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 112,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 112,151 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 112,151 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 106,158 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 100,251 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 95,163 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front tyre has a nasty gouge in sidewall ( not exposing canvas as yet

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle fitted with engine covers not allowing full access to some components

Vehicle fitted with undertrays not allowing full access to some components

Pass 16 Sep 2014 88,574 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 88,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 81,081 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 69,957 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 55,987 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 44,185 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)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 33,015 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 20,661 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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A18 OCD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A18 OCD, 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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What year was A18 OCD registered?

A18 OCD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is A18 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 OCD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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