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S3 RED

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,775 mi
Last recorded28,775 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 RED
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 28,775 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 28,007 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 27,278 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 27,064 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 26,336 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 25,384 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 24,025 miles

full undertray fitted covering some testable items

Pass 24 May 2018 23,040 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 21,274 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 20,204 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 19,145 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 18,545 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 17,851 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 15,872 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 15,513 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 11,639 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 8,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Trims fitted under bonnet limiting inspection

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

Pass 13 May 2009 8,475 miles

Trims fitted under bonnet limiting inspection

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

Pass 20 May 2008 7,550 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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S3 RED is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 S3 RED, 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 S3 RED?

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What year was S3 RED registered?

S3 RED is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is S3 RED safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 RED 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.

Does S3 RED have outstanding finance?

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