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L1 ERA

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,853 mi
Last recorded44,853 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 ERA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 44,853 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 38,941 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 33,403 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 27,623 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 22,615 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 19,232 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 19,232 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre close to inner side wall ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 18,661 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 18,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 17,892 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 16,733 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 16,733 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 15,473 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 13,685 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 12,344 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 11,353 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 9,770 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 8,618 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 7,614 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 7,305 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 6,401 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 5,180 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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L1 ERA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,796cc 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 L1 ERA, 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 L1 ERA?

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What year was L1 ERA registered?

L1 ERA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is L1 ERA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 ERA 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.

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