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J888 SHV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

49,924 mi
Last recorded49,924 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 SHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 49,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 42,692 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 39,873 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 35,258 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 32,721 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 32,721 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 29,277 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 25,775 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,053 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 21,078 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 17,948 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 15,723 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 12,897 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 11,286 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 10,602 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 9,805 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 7,580 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 6,344 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 6,308 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 5,732 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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J888 SHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J888 SHV, 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 J888 SHV registered?

J888 SHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is J888 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J888 SHV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J888 SHV have outstanding finance?

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