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R13 CWG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,270 mi
Last recorded68,270 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR13 CWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 68,270 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 67,624 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 67,624 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 67,036 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 65,101 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 64,235 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 64,233 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward cast arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 61,025 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 59,031 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 57,064 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 54,555 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 50,249 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 48,071 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 43,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 42,137 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 39,236 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 38,628 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 37,336 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 32,528 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 30,859 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 30,075 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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R13 CWG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R13 CWG, 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 R13 CWG registered?

R13 CWG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is R13 CWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R13 CWG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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