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EC 8976

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,712 mi
Last recorded33,712 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEC 8976
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 33,712 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 33,369 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 33,062 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 32,856 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 32,480 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 32,395 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 31,875 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 31,668 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 31,436 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 31,044 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 30,838 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 30,420 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 29,965 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 29,392 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 29,274 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 26,362 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 22,470 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 19,369 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 14,711 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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EC 8976 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 EC 8976, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EC 8976?

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What year was EC 8976 registered?

EC 8976 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 May 2005.

Is EC 8976 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EC 8976 shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EC 8976 have outstanding finance?

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