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R16 MED

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,534 mi
Last recorded74,534 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 MED
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 74,534 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2016 68,067 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 60,736 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 55,458 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 51,495 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 51,496 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 49,551 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 48,197 miles

front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 6 Aug 2010 47,058 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on the inside edge and tread getting low

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,037 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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R16 MED is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R16 MED, 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 R16 MED registered?

R16 MED is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is R16 MED safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 MED shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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