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FX55 ZXR

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

24,927 mi
Last recorded24,927 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 ZXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 24,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 24,321 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer edge small cut.

Pass 20 Sep 2024 23,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 21,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 21,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 21,505 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside & nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 21,265 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 20,709 miles

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Fail 12 Sep 2018 20,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed damage to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 4 Oct 2017 18,170 miles

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 15 Sep 2016 17,487 miles

All 4 tyre valves are starting to crack

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Sep 2015 16,236 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 15,275 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 13,624 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 13,624 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 13,062 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Sep 2011 11,981 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)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 11,981 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 Sep 2010 11,507 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 9,084 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 8,631 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 ZXR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver 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 ZXR, 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.

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What year was FX55 ZXR registered?

FX55 ZXR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is FX55 ZXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 ZXR 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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