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SUE 34W

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,264 mi
Last recorded42,264 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUE 34W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 42,264 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 42,257 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 42,251 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 42,185 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 42,064 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 41,745 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 40,909 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 38,520 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 36,549 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 35,440 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 35,024 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 33,969 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 31,125 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2012 28,295 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 24,552 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 22,063 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 18,709 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 15,648 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 12,363 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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SUE 34W 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 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 SUE 34W, 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 SUE 34W?

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What year was SUE 34W registered?

SUE 34W is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is SUE 34W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUE 34W shows 19 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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