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R11 TAP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,388 mi
Last recorded39,388 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 TAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 39,388 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 39,388 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 38,724 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 37,808 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 34,733 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 34,249 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 33,918 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 33,353 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 33,102 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 32,703 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 31,856 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 30,697 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 29,078 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 27,780 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 21,462 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 20,531 miles

Number plates in boot are incorrectly spaced

Pass 21 Jun 2012 19,193 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2011 18,042 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,518 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 16,807 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,073 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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R11 TAP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R11 TAP, 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 R11 TAP registered?

R11 TAP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is R11 TAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R11 TAP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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