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EY05 DHV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,099 mi
Last recorded104,099 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 DHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 104,099 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 104,099 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 101,798 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 97,846 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front bushes of aluminium arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes to rear by floor (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 12 Mar 2024 97,844 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened close to front stabiliser arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front bushes of aluminium arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes to rear by floor (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 28 Mar 2023 95,818 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 95,818 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 93,281 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 91,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 88,078 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all tyre tread depths 2-4mm

Pass 1 Mar 2019 81,945 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 81,945 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 65,200 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 65,200 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4 mm and bold inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front bold on inner edge

Pass 12 Oct 2016 64,454 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

engine/under covers

Pass 12 May 2015 54,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 46,327 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 41,153 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 41,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 34,302 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 28,205 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 May 2010 23,432 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 21,281 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 17,379 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 DHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EY05 DHV, 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 EY05 DHV registered?

EY05 DHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is EY05 DHV safe to buy?

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