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GK55 ZSY

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,743 mi
Last recorded69,743 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 ZSY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 69,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Mar 2026 69,741 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 68,992 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 62,675 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 55,882 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 52,844 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 50,732 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 48,620 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 46,638 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 45,186 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 43,799 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 42,153 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 38,203 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 35,048 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 32,708 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,667 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 25,346 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 19,409 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 19,098 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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GK55 ZSY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GK55 ZSY, 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 GK55 ZSY registered?

GK55 ZSY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is GK55 ZSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK55 ZSY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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