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KC05 KGP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,332 mi
Last recorded62,332 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 KGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 62,332 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 62,135 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 59,769 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 57,477 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 54,860 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 52,440 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 50,232 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 46,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 44,270 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 44,108 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2017 38,597 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 38,567 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 38,567 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 36,813 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 33,942 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 31,905 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2013 31,905 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 27,493 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 22,519 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 19,735 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 16,249 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 12,098 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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KC05 KGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KC05 KGP, 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 KC05 KGP registered?

KC05 KGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is KC05 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC05 KGP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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