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FP55 UDT

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,703 mi
Last recorded75,703 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 UDT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 75,703 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 72,177 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 72,131 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 71,930 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (both) (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (both) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 71,381 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 70,991 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 70,986 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 70,590 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 69,994 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 69,300 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,491 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 67,657 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 66,855 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 65,205 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 63,781 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 63,776 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 61,452 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 21 Mar 2011 49,233 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 33,750 miles

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

Offside Front 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 25 Feb 2009 24,270 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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FP55 UDT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc 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 FP55 UDT, 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 FP55 UDT registered?

FP55 UDT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is FP55 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 UDT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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