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GU05 NZR

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,569 mi
Last recorded73,569 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 NZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 73,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear exhaust mount defective

Fail 2 May 2026 73,569 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear exhaust mount defective

Pass 6 Dec 2024 70,291 miles

Nearside inner steering rack joint has play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 63,295 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Offside rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside parking brake performance low

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 46,753 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 46,393 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 43,103 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

oil leak around gearbox

rear subframe corroded slighty

Pass 18 Aug 2020 41,423 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 38,164 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 38,164 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Steel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 33,992 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 32,188 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 30,555 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 30,555 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 27,983 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 26,718 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 24,631 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)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 24,630 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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 11 Apr 2012 22,338 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,888 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 17,788 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,199 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

large under trays

Pass 7 Apr 2008 12,550 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

large under trays

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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GU05 NZR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GU05 NZR, 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

How do I check the history of GU05 NZR?

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What year was GU05 NZR registered?

GU05 NZR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is GU05 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 NZR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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