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HS04 CJS

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

94,743 mi
Last recorded94,743 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 CJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 94,743 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 94,072 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 93,360 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 92,786 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 92,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 92,087 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 91,831 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 91,223 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 90,123 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 88,226 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 86,480 miles

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)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 84,159 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 81,697 miles

slight corrosion to rear exhaust mounts

Pass 23 Oct 2012 79,205 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 75,904 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 72,632 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 65,304 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2009 54,882 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2009 54,882 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,653 miles

Advise nsf & osf tyres feathered on inner edges

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

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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HS04 CJS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HS04 CJS, 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 HS04 CJS registered?

HS04 CJS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is HS04 CJS safe to buy?

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