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GN05 KWF

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

98,910 mi
Last recorded98,910 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 KWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 98,910 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 98,910 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 87,026 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 87,026 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 76,194 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 63,324 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 58,943 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 53,827 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 46,415 miles

under tray and plastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

Pass 6 Apr 2019 44,570 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 42,436 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 Mar 2017 39,990 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 38,452 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 36,627 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 33,714 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 30,259 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 26,360 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,390 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 19,206 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 19,206 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 15,698 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Mar 2008 12,035 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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GN05 KWF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc 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 GN05 KWF, 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 GN05 KWF registered?

GN05 KWF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is GN05 KWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 KWF 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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