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EY05 CVE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,207 mi
Last recorded74,207 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 CVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 74,207 miles

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

Front brakes slightly imbalanced.

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front 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))

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

door sill covers fitted.

engine bay covers fitted.

vehicle under trays fitted.

Pass 26 Mar 2025 71,143 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 71,143 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 69,273 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 66,572 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 66,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 65,412 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 60,746 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 60,746 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 58,254 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 55,888 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 53,019 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 50,332 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 46,831 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 43,429 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 39,976 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 36,380 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 32,136 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 27,831 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,199 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 17,854 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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EY05 CVE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EY05 CVE, 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 EY05 CVE registered?

EY05 CVE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is EY05 CVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 CVE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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