2005 Mercedes SLK 1.8L Petrol · JB04 PDB
2005 Mercedes SLK (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 97,097 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SLK
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,097 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JB04 PDB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 97,097 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JB04 PDB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes Slk (JB04 PDB) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
JB04 PDB Mileage History
- 12/07/202495,074 mi
- 25/07/202495,112 mi+38 mi
- 08/07/202596,177 mi+1,065 mi
- 08/07/202697,062 mi+885 mi
- 17/07/202697,097 mi+35 mi
Average of roughly 1,005 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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