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CV55 OSR

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,824 mi
Last recorded57,824 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV55 OSR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 57,824 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 55,455 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 54,856 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 54,856 miles

Nearside Front Outer Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 54,853 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 54,703 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 54,703 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 54,411 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 54,408 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 53,889 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 53,888 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 53,753 miles

os front lower track control arm boot wet withe grease

Pass 27 Aug 2015 53,025 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 51,101 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 46,298 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 46,295 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

advise rear indicators amber colour fading

Pass 31 Aug 2012 39,491 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 35,766 miles

rear discs deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2010 30,304 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 25,580 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 20,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O.S.F tyre has cuts in tread but not deep enough to reach plys or cord

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CV55 OSR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV55 OSR, 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

How do I check the history of CV55 OSR?

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What year was CV55 OSR registered?

CV55 OSR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CV55 OSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV55 OSR shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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