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HOB 85S

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,141 mi
Last recorded72,141 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOB 85S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 72,141 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Nearside Front shock absorber gaiter insecure

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 69,929 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder / edge nearly bald (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate lamp faulty message on display although both working correctly

Fail 4 Dec 2024 69,929 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated split open (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall split open exposing inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers worn / smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder / edge nearly bald (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate lamp faulty message on display although both working correctly

Pass 5 Dec 2023 68,130 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 65,324 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear boot support struts weak

Pass 14 Dec 2021 62,667 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 60,511 miles

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

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

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

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

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

wiper blades worn

Pass 5 Dec 2019 59,113 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

front wipers smearing

Pass 24 Dec 2018 56,985 miles

Front wipers worn

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 54,032 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 54,032 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 51,127 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 48,473 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 44,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 38,439 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 33,744 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 33,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge and damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 30 Nov 2011 29,426 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 25,055 miles

front number plate insecure and damage,passenger side front outer tyre sidewall damaged.

Pass 14 Dec 2009 20,852 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall slight damage.

Pass 26 Sep 2008 15,289 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge,front number plate damaged.both sides rear tyres worn low.

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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HOB 85S is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc 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 HOB 85S, 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 HOB 85S registered?

HOB 85S is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is HOB 85S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOB 85S 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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