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KP05 BKO

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,678 mi
Last recorded70,678 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 BKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 70,678 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 65,658 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 60,867 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 60,867 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 55,038 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 55,038 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 50,253 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 50,253 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 46,532 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 34,607 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 18,680 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 18,324 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 17,397 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 15,730 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,772 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 13,882 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,925 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,486 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 9,359 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,747 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 6,920 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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KP05 BKO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KP05 BKO, 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 KP05 BKO registered?

KP05 BKO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is KP05 BKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 BKO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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