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SP14 XYE

2014 Mercedes-benz Slk

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

48,777 mi
Last recorded48,777 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk38,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP14 XYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 48,777 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2026 48,777 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 48,198 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres cut sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 45,007 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 45,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245 35 18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 43,826 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 43,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 42,698 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers slightly liney (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

engine cover,undertrays and floor shields fitted

Fail 17 Sep 2021 42,698 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush unbonding but kicking under load (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers slightly liney (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

engine cover,undertrays and floor shields fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2020 41,760 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2020 41,759 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 38,755 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2018 30,235 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 28,405 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall cut but not to cords

Nearside Rear tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 31 Mar 2017 23,032 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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SP14 XYE is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 38,603 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP14 XYE, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SP14 XYE registered?

SP14 XYE is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 March 2014.

Is SP14 XYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP14 XYE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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