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GV05 OSL

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

12,391 mi
Last recorded12,391 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 OSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 12,391 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 12,010 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 11,724 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 11,088 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 9,857 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 9,469 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 9,469 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 8,403 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 8,199 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 7,678 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 7,297 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 6,902 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 6,763 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 6,195 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 6,040 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 5,679 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 5,241 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 4,334 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 3,739 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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GV05 OSL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 GV05 OSL, 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 OSL registered?

GV05 OSL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is GV05 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 OSL 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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