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GJ55 OYG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,746 mi
Last recorded51,746 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 OYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 51,746 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 51,045 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 50,849 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 46,612 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 43,832 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 42,649 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 42,019 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 38,854 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 36,948 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 34,976 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil leaks

Pass 27 Jan 2016 32,782 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 29,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 27,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2013 24,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Feb 2013 24,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Feb 2012 20,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Feb 2012 20,762 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2011 17,960 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,688 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 10,106 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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GJ55 OYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc 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 GJ55 OYG, 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 GJ55 OYG registered?

GJ55 OYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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The MOT history for GJ55 OYG 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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