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JH55 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,734 mi
Last recorded17,734 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJH55 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 17,734 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 16,989 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 15,920 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 15,080 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 14,553 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 14,187 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 13,645 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 12,956 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 12,246 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 11,662 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 10,839 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 10,238 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 10,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 7,195 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2012 6,803 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre damaged on inner sidewall

Pass 24 Oct 2011 5,762 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 4,779 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 4,134 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 3,354 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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JH55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 JH55 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.

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What year was JH55 SLK registered?

JH55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is JH55 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for JH55 SLK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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