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DC04 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,789 mi
Last recorded47,789 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 47,789 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 45,924 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 45,403 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 44,553 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 43,538 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Mar 2021 42,562 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,766 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 40,827 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 39,517 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 38,054 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 36,013 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 34,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,283 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 29,932 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 27,517 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 24,618 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 19 Mar 2010 21,290 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,932 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 15,182 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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DC04 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 DC04 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC04 SLK registered?

DC04 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is DC04 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC04 SLK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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