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HG05 XCB

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

92,368 mi
Last recorded92,368 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 XCB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 92,368 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 85,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic covers fitted obscuring view of some testable items

Pass 30 Jul 2024 81,274 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 72,191 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 65,026 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 65,025 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 59,087 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play VERY SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CASTOR ARM BUSH PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WEARING ON THE INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CASTOR ARM BUSH PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 59,087 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play VERY SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CASTOR ARM BUSH PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WEARING ON THE INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CASTOR ARM BUSH PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 48,735 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 6 Aug 2020 48,735 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 46,304 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 May 2019 46,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 44,701 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 42,798 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 42,798 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 38,800 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 35,412 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 32,901 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 28,673 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 27,221 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 25,332 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Jul 2010 22,564 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 20,044 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 17,641 miles

STRONG ADVISE - Rear tyres close to marker bars

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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HG05 XCB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HG05 XCB, 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 HG05 XCB registered?

HG05 XCB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is HG05 XCB safe to buy?

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