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KR55 BXX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

110,224 mi
Last recorded110,224 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 BXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 110,224 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 106,270 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 104,529 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 102,888 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 102,883 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to brake pipe leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 101,855 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 95,706 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 95,698 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 88,932 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 84,657 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 79,721 miles

headlamp masks fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2015 69,181 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 64,137 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 55,963 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 55,963 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 48,703 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 37,692 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 28,532 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 19,476 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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KR55 BXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KR55 BXX, 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

How do I check the history of KR55 BXX?

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What year was KR55 BXX registered?

KR55 BXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is KR55 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 BXX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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