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DK55 GMX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

78,961 mi
Last recorded78,961 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 GMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 78,961 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 78,961 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light illuminated on dashboard (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 72,208 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 71,196 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides pipes to flex hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 71,075 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 70,431 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 68,688 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 68,688 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 65,214 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 62,242 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 62,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 58,944 miles

Nearside Front Outer nail in tyre (repairable)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 55,129 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 51,210 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 51,210 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 47,242 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 43,020 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 38,083 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 38,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 31,941 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 54,267 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 20,983 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 15,520 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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DK55 GMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 DK55 GMX, 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 DK55 GMX registered?

DK55 GMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is DK55 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK55 GMX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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