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PG51 RAY

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,675 mi
Last recorded27,675 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 RAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 27,675 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 27,411 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 27,118 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 27,025 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 26,891 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 26,602 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 26,366 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 25,924 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 25,291 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 24,541 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,539 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 22,518 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 21,542 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 20,226 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 20,226 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 18,306 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,189 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,903 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,563 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 8,677 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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PG51 RAY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 3,498cc 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 PG51 RAY, 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 PG51 RAY?

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What year was PG51 RAY registered?

PG51 RAY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is PG51 RAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG51 RAY 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.

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