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KN05 DVG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,393 mi
Last recorded61,393 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 DVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2026 61,393 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 59,430 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 57,887 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 54,625 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 4 Apr 2022 50,288 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 42,606 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 41,701 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 41,513 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 41,022 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 39,543 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,590 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 31,519 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 31,519 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 30,875 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 29,026 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 25,592 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 22,206 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 17,825 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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KN05 DVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KN05 DVG, 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 KN05 DVG registered?

KN05 DVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is KN05 DVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 DVG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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