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FX55 UZV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

60,437 mi
Last recorded60,437 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 UZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 60,437 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 56,779 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 54,541 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 52,135 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 50,533 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 49,405 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 46,517 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 25 Aug 2018 42,972 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 42,972 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 16 Sep 2017 40,295 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 23 Aug 2016 37,576 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 37,548 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 34,185 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 33,930 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 33,930 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 30,503 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 26,704 miles

engine light on dash

Pass 20 Aug 2012 23,407 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 19,587 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 17,404 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 13,261 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,093 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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FX55 UZV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FX55 UZV, 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

How do I check the history of FX55 UZV?

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What year was FX55 UZV registered?

FX55 UZV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is FX55 UZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 UZV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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