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T3 RPW

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,827 mi
Last recorded38,827 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT3 RPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 38,827 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 38,645 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 37,712 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 37,451 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 36,622 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 35,999 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 35,408 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 33,337 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 32,742 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear most (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 31,328 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,727 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,184 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 27,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hangers corroded

Fail 29 May 2012 24,459 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2012 24,459 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 22,854 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 20,434 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 71,024 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 11,350 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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T3 RPW 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 T3 RPW, 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 T3 RPW registered?

T3 RPW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is T3 RPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T3 RPW 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.

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