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HG05 ZPE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,444 mi
Last recorded51,444 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 ZPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 51,444 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 50,907 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 50,527 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 50,337 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 50,255 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 49,890 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 49,180 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 49,180 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 48,012 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 43,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2011 38,957 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 34,784 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,683 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 24,683 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 ZPE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HG05 ZPE, 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 ZPE registered?

HG05 ZPE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is HG05 ZPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 ZPE shows 14 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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