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JC55 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,754 mi
Last recorded54,754 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC55 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 54,754 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 54,083 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 53,371 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 52,256 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 50,985 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 49,334 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 47,699 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 44,699 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 41,763 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 39,244 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

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)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 35,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear tyres tread wearing low (3mm)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2014 31,339 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 22 Aug 2013 26,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,404 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 19,779 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 17,107 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 20 Aug 2009 14,301 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 11,374 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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JC55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JC55 SLK, 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 JC55 SLK registered?

JC55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is JC55 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for JC55 SLK shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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