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KS05 DWZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,129 mi
Last recorded62,129 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 DWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 62,129 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 61,028 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 59,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 58,827 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 56,473 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 54,534 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 53,307 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 52,506 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 51,765 miles

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

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

advise brake check.

Fail 18 Jul 2018 51,737 miles

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

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

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

advise brake check.

Pass 11 Jul 2017 51,352 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 49,600 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 49,552 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 48,218 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 45,933 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 43,113 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 41,403 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 39,370 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 34,466 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside front tyre worn on inneredge

Pass 22 Jul 2009 30,614 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 26,087 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 26,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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KS05 DWZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc 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 KS05 DWZ, 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 KS05 DWZ?

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What year was KS05 DWZ registered?

KS05 DWZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is KS05 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 DWZ 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.

Does KS05 DWZ have outstanding finance?

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