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FSZ 2562

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,943 mi
Last recorded45,943 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSZ 2562
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 45,943 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 42,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 37,689 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 37,684 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 32,079 miles

under body/engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2021 27,395 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 25,833 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 25,273 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 24,353 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 23,560 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 22,467 miles

Rear o/s & n/s faded in colour

Pass 17 Jun 2015 21,516 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 20,335 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 20,323 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 19,127 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,603 miles

all tyre sidewalls cracked and perished

Pass 19 May 2011 14,368 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 13,472 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,493 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 10,040 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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FSZ 2562 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black 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 FSZ 2562, 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 FSZ 2562 registered?

FSZ 2562 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is FSZ 2562 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSZ 2562 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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