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Mercedes Benz SLR MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz SLR. Check any SLR by registration number below.

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91.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.4%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

2

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz SLR — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz SLR has an average MOT pass rate of 91.6%, which is 1.4 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the SLR is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz SLR, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz SLR performs at MOT across different model years.

2005

Based on 56 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.3%

2004

Based on 38 vehicles

97.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

3.6%

Nearside

1.8%

Offside

1.8%

Other Mercedes Benz Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mercedes Benz models.

Mercedes Benz E 300

94.2% pass rate

Mercedes Benz E

83.5% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Amg Gla 45 S 4matic+ Auto

92.7% pass rate

Mercedes Benz V

85.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Vito 112

87.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Sl 500

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz SLR

Mercedes Benz SLR — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz SLR MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz SLR?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz SLR is 91.6% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz SLR?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes Benz SLR reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.6%, the Mercedes Benz SLR is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz SLR?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz SLR?
Mileage data for the Mercedes Benz SLR is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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