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KR05 DDF

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,272 mi
Last recorded60,272 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 DDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 60,272 miles

Both rear inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 57,215 miles

Both rear inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 55,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 52,546 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 52,526 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 50,803 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 50,803 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Torque arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Torque arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 48,235 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 46,875 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 43,947 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 43,929 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,448 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 7 Nov 2016 42,614 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread perishing

Nearside Rear tyre tread perishing

Offside Front tyre tread perishing

Pass 28 Oct 2015 41,649 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 40,804 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 40,205 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 May 2013 39,813 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 39,065 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 38,281 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WALL DAMAGED

Pass 9 Jun 2010 36,821 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 36,821 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 32,818 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 26,046 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 26,036 miles

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

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

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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KR05 DDF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KR05 DDF, 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 KR05 DDF registered?

KR05 DDF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is KR05 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 DDF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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