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S1 SAX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,678 mi
Last recorded36,678 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 SAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 36,678 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 35,110 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 33,511 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 32,289 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 31,665 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 31,005 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,765 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 28,156 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 20 Apr 2017 27,490 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 Apr 2016 26,265 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,108 miles

NSR Tyre has metal in tread

Slight cut on nsf tyre outer sidewall

Pass 31 Mar 2014 22,056 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,427 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,529 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 16,950 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 13,968 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 11,809 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 8,801 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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S1 SAX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S1 SAX, 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 S1 SAX registered?

S1 SAX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is S1 SAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S1 SAX shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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