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DE02 WAT

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

66,542 mi
Last recorded66,542 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 WAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 66,542 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 66,542 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 65,969 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 64,941 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 62,817 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 57,745 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under engine & floor covers obscuring some components

Pass 28 May 2021 49,651 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 46,296 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 44,420 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 40,643 miles

covers fitted

oil leak? engine?

Pass 7 Jun 2017 39,145 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,785 miles

Oil leak

covers fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,384 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,850 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2013 32,087 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 30,442 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 28,368 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 25,190 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,404 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 14,488 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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DE02 WAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DE02 WAT, 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 DE02 WAT registered?

DE02 WAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DE02 WAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE02 WAT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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