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R18 ASB

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,044 mi
Last recorded29,044 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 ASB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 29,044 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 28,650 miles

undertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

Fail 28 Nov 2024 28,650 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

undertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

Pass 14 Nov 2023 28,280 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 27,777 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 27,165 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 26,382 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 25,777 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 25,010 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 23,744 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 22,844 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 21,813 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 20,562 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 19,478 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 18,244 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 17,155 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 15,680 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 13,783 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 11,044 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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R18 ASB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R18 ASB, 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 R18 ASB?

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What year was R18 ASB registered?

R18 ASB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 November 2005.

Is R18 ASB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R18 ASB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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