MERCEDES-BENZ SLK2015 · 1.8L PETROL

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 22,035 miles where no defects were recorded. The maintenance trend remains remarkably stable, despite a single failure recorded in February 2025. The immediate rectification of that failure on the same day suggests the owner is proactive regarding repairs and addresses issues promptly rather than allowing them to escalate into mechanical failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the testing history between August 2022 and February 2024, during which time the car covered only about 1,000 miles. Since then, the usage has remained consistent, with increments of roughly 1,000 miles annually. This low-frequency use suggests the car likely sat for long periods, which often places different stresses on stationary rubber components and fluid seals compared to high-mileage daily-runners. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage storage. While the MOT record shows no failures, the inspector must check brake discs for corrosion or pitting, as infrequent use often leads to surface rust and seized calipers. Suspension bushes and tyres should be examined for lateral cracking or dry rot, as rubber degrades over time regardless of distance driven. Given the age of the Mercedes, the retractable roof mechanism also requires a thorough operation to ensure seals have not perished during the long periods of inactivity.