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KS05 SWS

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,209 mi
Last recorded29,209 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 SWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 29,209 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 27,173 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 24,352 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 23,255 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 23,237 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 20,658 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 16,946 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 16,929 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepping on inner shoulder. 225/45/17. Tyre is 16 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm 245/40/17. Tyre is 16 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepping on inner shoulder. 225/45/17. Tyre is 16 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm 245/40/17. Tyre is 16 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 14,202 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,271 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 10,575 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 9,245 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 6,857 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 6,654 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 5,474 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 4,642 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 3,799 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 3,463 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 2,601 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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KS05 SWS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SWS, 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 SWS?

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What year was KS05 SWS registered?

KS05 SWS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is KS05 SWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 SWS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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