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GV05 OSG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

53,010 mi
Last recorded53,010 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 OSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 53,010 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 52,526 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 51,723 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 50,742 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 50,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 48,496 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 47,012 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 46,017 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 43,014 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 40,680 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 38,743 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 36,364 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 34,513 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 34,513 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,732 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 13,899 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 13,702 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,730 miles

nearside front tyre perrished

Fail 29 Jun 2011 12,730 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front tyre perrished

Pass 14 Jul 2010 12,397 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 10,396 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 8,011 miles

nearside tyre inner side wall starting to separate

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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GV05 OSG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc 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 GV05 OSG, 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 GV05 OSG registered?

GV05 OSG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is GV05 OSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 OSG 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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