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FR05 TKE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,329 mi
Last recorded61,329 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR05 TKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 61,329 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 61,329 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 59,752 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 59,575 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 59,263 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 58,189 miles

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))

under body covers fitted not allowing full under body inspection

Pass 24 Sep 2020 55,510 miles

Central Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side walls and around whole circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side walls and around whole circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side walls and around whole circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side walls and around whole circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking on side walls and around whole circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 51,378 miles

Central Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicles underside

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 45,752 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 44,652 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 43,716 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 42,782 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 41,858 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 40,000 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 40,000 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 38,256 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 36,679 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,084 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 33,475 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 30,686 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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FR05 TKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc 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 FR05 TKE, 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 FR05 TKE registered?

FR05 TKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is FR05 TKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR05 TKE 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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