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DH03 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

97,287 mi
Last recorded97,287 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH03 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 97,287 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 96,115 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 94,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2024 94,803 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 93,285 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 91,957 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 83,689 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 83,683 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 71,540 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 64,097 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 62,805 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 62,805 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 61,466 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 59,409 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 59,409 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 59,019 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 56,922 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 53,450 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 49,302 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 43,011 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 36,468 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 29,325 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 22,984 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DH03 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 DH03 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 DH03 SLK registered?

DH03 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is DH03 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH03 SLK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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