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DU05 CGX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,749 mi
Last recorded59,749 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 CGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 59,749 miles

Rear underbody covered with underseal

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 58,676 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s + o/s front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 58,676 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened by n/s + o/s front mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s + o/s front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 57,581 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 56,593 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 55,699 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 55,699 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 55,176 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 55,175 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 54,034 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 53,334 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2017 50,927 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 48,289 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 48,289 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 46,653 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 44,358 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 40,612 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 36,636 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,317 miles

Engine management light on

Under tray fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2010 25,960 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,054 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 17,573 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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DU05 CGX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DU05 CGX, 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 DU05 CGX registered?

DU05 CGX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is DU05 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU05 CGX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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