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HX05 CTY

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,829 mi
Last recorded34,829 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 CTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 34,829 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 34,807 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 32,391 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 30,297 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing / cracking , front and nsr 2017, osr 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 30,295 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusted approx 25% (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusted over approx 75% (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing / cracking , front and nsr 2017, osr 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 27,941 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 26,109 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,519 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 21,731 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 17,232 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 16,195 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 14,805 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 14,000 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,902 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 11,727 miles

All 4 tyres perished on outer sidewall

Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,488 miles

all tyres perished on outer shoulders

Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,909 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 7,888 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,270 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 4,747 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 4,747 miles

Nearside 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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HX05 CTY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 HX05 CTY, 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

How do I check the history of HX05 CTY?

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What year was HX05 CTY registered?

HX05 CTY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is HX05 CTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 CTY 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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