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A18 VEH

2000 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

83,117 mi
Last recorded83,117 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk72,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 VEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 83,117 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2026 83,117 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 80,533 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 76,804 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 76,666 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyres slightly cracking

Pass 22 Nov 2022 76,600 miles

Nearside front tyre perishing/cracking.

Nearside rear tyre perishing/cracking.

Offside rear tyre perishing/cracking.

Fail 22 Nov 2022 76,600 miles

Nearside front tyre perishing/cracking.

Nearside rear tyre perishing/cracking.

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside rear tyre perishing/cracking.

Pass 24 Nov 2021 75,255 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 74,911 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 74,314 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 73,371 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 72,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 71,399 miles

slight corrosion on centre brake pipes + rear pads low

Pass 21 Jan 2015 66,950 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 64,501 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

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

Offside rear tyre getting low on centre tread.

Pass 9 Apr 2013 60,895 miles

Both front tyres worn slightly on inne edges.

Nearside rear tyre centre tread worn dowm to 2MM tread depth.

Pass 26 Mar 2012 57,844 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 54,625 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 52,364 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 47,790 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 44,913 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 40,890 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 35,224 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 VEH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 72,680 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 VEH, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 VEH registered?

A18 VEH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is A18 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 VEH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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