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HF55 LFV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,153 mi
Last recorded80,153 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 LFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 80,153 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 75,443 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose MID EXHAUSTS BRACKETS BOTH CORRODED OFF (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 71,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both N/S and O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 71,209 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both N/S and O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 62,936 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 62,340 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 62,340 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 61,435 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 59,906 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 57,201 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 54,719 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 52,341 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,757 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,123 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 44,998 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 41,940 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 39,664 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,985 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 22 Sep 2009 31,883 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 21,602 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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HF55 LFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HF55 LFV, 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 HF55 LFV registered?

HF55 LFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is HF55 LFV safe to buy?

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