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GJ05 EBM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,919 mi
Last recorded127,919 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 EBM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 127,919 miles

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

small oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2024 123,852 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 123,845 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 118,330 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 118,185 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 114,823 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 113,675 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 112,393 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 110,748 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 107,889 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 105,401 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 98,030 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 98,030 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 91,100 miles

N/S/Rear Handbrake Low

Pass 16 Feb 2015 81,693 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 70,309 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 58,739 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 49,425 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 37,978 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 32,401 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 31,415 miles

Both rear tyres have low tread (2.5-3.0mm).

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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GJ05 EBM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ05 EBM, 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 GJ05 EBM registered?

GJ05 EBM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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