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XRV 986

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,529 mi
Last recorded27,529 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRV 986
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 27,529 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 27,523 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 24,307 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 24,142 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 23,260 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 22,558 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 21,048 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 19,863 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 19,477 miles

Front TYRES OUT OF SHAPE

Rear TYRES OUT OF SHAPE

Pass 28 Apr 2016 18,638 miles

minor damage to n/s/r wheel

small cut on n/s/r tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2014 18,007 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 17,621 miles

n/s/r inner wheel rim damaged

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 17 Feb 2012 15,499 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 11,669 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 10,842 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 8,705 miles

osr tyre wearing close

Pass 18 Jun 2008 5,928 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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XRV 986 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XRV 986, 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 XRV 986 registered?

XRV 986 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is XRV 986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRV 986 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRV 986 have outstanding finance?

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