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DA54 VFZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,084 mi
Last recorded42,084 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 VFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 42,084 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 40,838 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 40,087 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 39,524 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 37,940 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 36,249 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 33,611 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 33,611 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 30,254 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 27,467 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 24,692 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 21,254 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 18,621 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 14,646 miles

both front brake discs pitted/corroded

imbalance on front brakes(have brakes inspected/repaired)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 14,037 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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DA54 VFZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DA54 VFZ, 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 DA54 VFZ registered?

DA54 VFZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is DA54 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA54 VFZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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