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FX05 RRZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,877 mi
Last recorded51,877 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 RRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 51,877 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 51,877 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 50,154 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Subframe is has been heavily undersealed

Undertray fitted so brake pipes can not visibly be Inspected

Pass 4 Apr 2024 48,930 miles

BOOT STRUTS WORN

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

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

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

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))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 48,106 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 48,105 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 45,812 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 44,266 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 41,840 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 41,840 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 33,387 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 32,319 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 29,557 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 27,055 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 24,957 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

offside front tyre worn on inside shoulder.

slight damage to offside front tyre sidewall

Pass 17 Dec 2013 22,407 miles

offside front tyre inner edge wearing off

Pass 21 Dec 2012 19,254 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 15 Jun 2011 11,048 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 9,222 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 9,222 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,422 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 5,204 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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FX05 RRZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FX05 RRZ, 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 FX05 RRZ registered?

FX05 RRZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is FX05 RRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 RRZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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