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A19 RTX

1998 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

41,966 mi
Last recorded41,966 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk77,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 RTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 41,966 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2025 40,959 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 40,148 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 39,764 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 39,494 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 39,144 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 39,144 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 37,751 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 37,031 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 36,291 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 35,226 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 34,538 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 34,037 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 33,646 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 32,536 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 31,965 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 31,961 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 31,863 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 31,675 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 30,707 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 29,746 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 24,806 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 19,315 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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A19 RTX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 77,322 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 A19 RTX, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A19 RTX registered?

A19 RTX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is A19 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 RTX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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