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DU55 FAJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,750 mi
Last recorded25,750 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 FAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 25,750 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 24,281 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 22,121 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 19,727 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 17,023 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,456 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 16,340 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 15,881 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 15,194 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 14,709 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 14,134 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 13,492 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 12,539 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,685 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 10,799 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,549 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 8,553 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,044 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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DU55 FAJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DU55 FAJ, 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 DU55 FAJ registered?

DU55 FAJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is DU55 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 FAJ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU55 FAJ have outstanding finance?

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