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DV55 WRJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,211 mi
Last recorded128,211 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 WRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 128,211 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 119,822 miles

Central Upper Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 111,911 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes in poor condition strong advise (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Strong advisory on condition (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Wheel arch pipe advise (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Strong advise on condition of brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 104,707 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 99,520 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 95,054 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 95,051 miles

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

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

Lower Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 91,305 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 88,210 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 87,216 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 82,609 miles

oil leak rear of engine

Fail 19 Jan 2017 82,609 miles

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

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

oil leak rear of engine

Pass 16 Feb 2016 74,521 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 71,128 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 35,719 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 63,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 45,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 28,021 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 24,847 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 20,832 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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DV55 WRJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV55 WRJ, 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 DV55 WRJ registered?

DV55 WRJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 December 2005.

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