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GX05 OSK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,307 mi
Last recorded69,307 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 OSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 69,307 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 67,046 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 67,023 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 59,774 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 57,439 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 56,262 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 53,512 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 53,512 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2019 49,739 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 49,739 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 47,200 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 44,896 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays

Pass 6 May 2016 42,995 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 42,115 miles

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

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

o/s exhaust kat has been welded emissions ok

Pass 2 May 2014 41,057 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 41,032 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 36,886 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,118 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,460 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 12,344 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 3,446 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 2,091 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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GX05 OSK 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 81.8%.

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 GX05 OSK, 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 GX05 OSK registered?

GX05 OSK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is GX05 OSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 OSK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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