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985 CAM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,995 mi
Last recorded67,995 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration985 CAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 67,995 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 67,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 67,539 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 67,181 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 66,987 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 66,778 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 66,248 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 65,133 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 63,956 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 62,700 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 61,427 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 60,074 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 57,927 miles

exhaust mounting bracket cracked at gearbox

Pass 7 Nov 2012 55,478 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 53,493 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 50,857 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 47,637 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 43,781 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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985 CAM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 985 CAM, 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 985 CAM registered?

985 CAM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is 985 CAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 985 CAM shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 985 CAM have outstanding finance?

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