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JT02 OCT

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,916 mi
Last recorded45,916 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJT02 OCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 45,916 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2026 45,916 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 42,837 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 39,718 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 36,602 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 36,597 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 34,034 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 34,034 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 27,406 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 27,208 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 26,597 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 24,877 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 22,248 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 19,368 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 15,531 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 14,317 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 14,304 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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 29 Oct 2012 13,039 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 10,652 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 8,670 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 7,009 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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JT02 OCT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JT02 OCT, 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 JT02 OCT registered?

JT02 OCT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is JT02 OCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for JT02 OCT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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