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BS05 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,796 mi
Last recorded73,796 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS05 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 73,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

The rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 19 May 2025 72,955 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight movement in front anti-roll bar bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in nearside front wheel bearing. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corrosion to rear brake pipe ferrules. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight delamination to rear number plate. (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion to rear subframe. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components are corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion to chassis by forward mounts of rear subframe, both sides. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 72,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 71,025 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2022 69,275 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer rusty scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 66,823 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 65,344 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 65,000 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 64,571 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 63,669 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 62,251 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 60,519 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 58,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 54,537 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 49,245 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 49,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 46,349 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 46,344 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 42,674 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 32,644 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 32,623 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 25,710 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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BS05 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BS05 SLK, 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.

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What year was BS05 SLK registered?

BS05 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 October 2005.

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