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R400 BAV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,125 mi
Last recorded38,125 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 BAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 38,125 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 38,124 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 34,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 33,983 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 29,421 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 29,421 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 25,758 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 24,776 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 24,032 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 22,448 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 21,722 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,700 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 19,680 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 18,694 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,813 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 17,196 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 16,801 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,969 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 29,635 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 6,089 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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R400 BAV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R400 BAV, 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 R400 BAV registered?

R400 BAV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is R400 BAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 BAV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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