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A1 EYC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

66,039 mi
Last recorded66,039 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 EYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 66,039 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 64,541 miles

Offside Front Headlamp adjustment during test

Pass 24 Oct 2023 63,077 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 63,077 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 61,997 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

center exhaust mounts corroding

rear indicators starting to go white

slight corrosion on front to rear brake pipes

Fail 7 Oct 2022 61,997 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

center exhaust mounts corroding

rear indicators starting to go white

slight corrosion on front to rear brake pipes

Pass 18 Oct 2021 61,056 miles

covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Oct 2021 61,056 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most arm outer ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2020 60,189 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides rear indicators starting to go white in colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 57,954 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 56,942 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 54,610 miles

Covers and under-trays obscuring view

Pass 22 Apr 2016 51,474 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 47,794 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 44,204 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 43,185 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 38,414 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 34,289 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,289 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 30,275 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 25,118 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 21,307 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 20,007 miles

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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A1 EYC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 A1 EYC, 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 A1 EYC registered?

A1 EYC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is A1 EYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 EYC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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