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M8 RGU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

44,365 mi
Last recorded44,365 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 RGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 44,365 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 42,469 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 40,455 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 40,455 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt LOWER ARM - FRONT OF TWO (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt LOWER ARM - FRONT OF TWO (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 38,419 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 38,419 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES - 225 45 17 91Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 36,293 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 34,175 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 34,175 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 32,268 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 29,999 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays / sill covers /engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2018 27,716 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 25,286 miles

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

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 22,517 miles

under tray fitted unable to check all of under side

Fail 13 Jun 2016 22,517 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40R17 91W (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under tray fitted unable to check all of under side

Pass 15 Jun 2015 19,840 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 17,369 miles

FRONT / REAR NO PLATES BECOMING DETERIORATED

HAND BRAKE UNBALANCED IN OPERATION

Fail 16 Jun 2014 17,369 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

FRONT / REAR NO PLATES BECOMING DETERIORATED

HAND BRAKE UNBALANCED IN OPERATION

Fail 14 Oct 2013 15,888 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 15,888 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 13,460 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 10,660 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 10,660 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 7,987 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 4,933 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 2,985 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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M8 RGU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M8 RGU, 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

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What year was M8 RGU registered?

M8 RGU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is M8 RGU safe to buy?

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