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HF54 CJX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,918 mi
Last recorded55,918 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 CJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 55,918 miles

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

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

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

both headlight beam images are cloudy

Pass 23 Jul 2025 53,693 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 51,514 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 48,740 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 45,485 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 41,710 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 39,050 miles

exhaust brackets corroding on exhaust system

Fail 15 Jun 2020 39,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust brackets corroding on exhaust system

Pass 25 Apr 2019 36,282 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 32,624 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 32,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 27,106 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 27,089 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 26,027 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 24,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 23,651 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,579 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 21,449 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 21,197 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 20,549 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 18,241 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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HF54 CJX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HF54 CJX, 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

How do I check the history of HF54 CJX?

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What year was HF54 CJX registered?

HF54 CJX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is HF54 CJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF54 CJX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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