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HF05 DKY

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

70,416 mi
Last recorded70,416 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 DKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 70,416 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2025 70,414 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2024 67,696 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2023 64,029 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated osr/nsr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2023 64,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated osr/nsr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 59,351 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 56,870 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 54,308 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 51,684 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 48,289 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 44,125 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 44,125 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 41,440 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 41,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside front tyre worn on inner raised edge

Pass 19 Jun 2014 37,691 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 34,913 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 32,180 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 27,909 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 27,863 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 21,286 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,130 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,530 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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HF05 DKY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF05 DKY, 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 HF05 DKY registered?

HF05 DKY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is HF05 DKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 DKY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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