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L12 BHU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

99,444 mi
Last recorded99,444 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 BHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 99,444 miles

Nearside Front fog light missing

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2026 96,981 miles

Nearside Front fog light missing

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 83,571 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

Pass 9 Feb 2024 63,029 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 43,085 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 42,836 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 42,701 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 40,635 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 39,760 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 70,821 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 34,460 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 32,547 miles

both rear tyres wearing low...both on approx. 2.5mm of tread

nearside front tyre on approx 3mm and wearing low on inner edges of tread

Pass 10 Jun 2013 30,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 25,872 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 19,530 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection to be carried out

Fail 9 May 2011 19,527 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection to be carried out

Pass 16 Jun 2010 12,198 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 4,509 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 3,445 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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L12 BHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 L12 BHU, 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 L12 BHU registered?

L12 BHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is L12 BHU safe to buy?

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