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S395 GGP

1998 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

70,703 mi
Last recorded70,703 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk77,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS395 GGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 70,703 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 70,394 miles

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

Nearside front headlight fitted with beam benders and tape flat lined kick up

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

Rear diff slightly damp.

Pass 17 May 2019 69,933 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 68,380 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 67,662 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 66,505 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 65,197 miles

Rear diffential slight leaking oil from both side seal

Fail 4 Jul 2013 65,197 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear diffential slight leaking oil from both side seal

Pass 7 Jun 2012 63,673 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 62,456 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 61,596 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 61,440 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 61,356 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Bonnet release lever missing.

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 59,899 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2005 44,367 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 44,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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

rear tyres worn close to limit but not to excess at present 225/60R15V

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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S395 GGP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 77,322 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 S395 GGP, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S395 GGP?

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What year was S395 GGP registered?

S395 GGP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S395 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S395 GGP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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