2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.0L Petrol · 27 RA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean MOT pass in April 2026 at 61,498 miles with no recorded defects. This represents a stable state of maintenance following a period of mechanical neglect identified around 2021. While the historical data shows significant failures regarding the braking and steering systems, the most recent inspection indicates that the current owner has addressed the critical safety issues that previously flagged the car for repair. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. The data reveals a notable gap in usage between June 2019 (59,986 miles) and February 2021 (60,816 miles), during which the car covered fewer 900 miles in nearly two years. This pattern of intermittent use often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the recurring reports of perished tyres and cracking sidew in the 2021 records. A physical inspection must focus on the braking and suspension assemblies due to their history of recurring faults. The 2019 test flagged extensive corrosion on brake pipes and play in the wheel bearings, while the 2021 failure highlighted a binding front brake and insecure, corroded back plates. A buyer should verify that the brake pipes are now free of heavy oxidation and that the front calipers operate freely without sticking. Additionally, the steering rack inner joints noted for play in both 2018 and 2019 should be checked for any remaining lateral movement or noise to ensure the steering geometry remains precise despite the low mileage.