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GM52 CJM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

65,349 mi
Last recorded65,349 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM52 CJM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 65,349 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 63,207 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 58,949 miles

Offside mirror indicator lens water contaminated but still works ok

Pass 25 Nov 2022 55,968 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 55,968 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2022 54,781 miles

Engine cover fitted

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension components corroded

Under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2021 53,561 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under-trays fitted

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 52,118 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 49,904 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 47,827 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 45,208 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 42,796 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 42,795 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Jan 2015 38,459 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2015 38,459 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2014 33,788 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 24,805 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 22,799 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 19,802 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 16,382 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 13 Jan 2009 12,981 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 9,222 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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GM52 CJM 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 GM52 CJM, 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 GM52 CJM registered?

GM52 CJM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is GM52 CJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM52 CJM 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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