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W20 JAH

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

46,910 mi
Last recorded46,910 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW20 JAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 46,910 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 46,501 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 46,181 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 45,270 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 44,421 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 43,232 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 42,018 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 41,018 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 39,586 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 38,187 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 36,177 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,289 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 34,289 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,569 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 30,792 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 28,836 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 26,909 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 24,835 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 22,674 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 20,364 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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W20 JAH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W20 JAH, 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 W20 JAH registered?

W20 JAH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is W20 JAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W20 JAH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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