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J50 ULS

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,476 mi
Last recorded66,476 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 ULS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 66,476 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 May 2025 58,141 miles

Offside Front Inner 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))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 47,444 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 39,541 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 39,541 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 33,163 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,854 miles

sill covers, engine covers and underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 20 Aug 2020 31,635 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 31,443 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 31,440 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 28,390 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 26,777 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 24,703 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 22,077 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 19,954 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 17,216 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 13,912 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 12,940 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2011 11,946 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 10,834 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 9,348 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 7,301 miles

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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J50 ULS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J50 ULS, 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 J50 ULS registered?

J50 ULS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is J50 ULS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J50 ULS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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