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KX05 YJC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,807 mi
Last recorded98,807 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 YJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 98,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS&OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 97,584 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 97,152 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 96,322 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 95,528 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 94,427 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 93,296 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 93,252 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 91,408 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 88,890 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 85,490 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 74,114 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 72,380 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 72,380 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 67,593 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 60,672 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 54,783 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 54,783 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 50,015 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,917 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 27 Mar 2009 33,985 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,038 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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KX05 YJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KX05 YJC, 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 KX05 YJC registered?

KX05 YJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is KX05 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX05 YJC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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