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HE51 COX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,706 mi
Last recorded19,706 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHE51 COX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 19,706 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 19,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 19,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 18,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 17,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 16,223 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 15,343 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 14,494 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 13,255 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 12,998 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 12,835 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 12,257 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 11,833 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 11,045 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 11,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 10,084 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 9,132 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 8,272 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 6,833 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 6,002 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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HE51 COX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HE51 COX, 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 HE51 COX registered?

HE51 COX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is HE51 COX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HE51 COX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HE51 COX have outstanding finance?

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