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L222 KJL

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,195 mi
Last recorded53,195 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL222 KJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 53,195 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 52,784 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 52,784 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 52,245 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 51,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 48,398 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 47,402 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 47,402 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 46,469 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 44,790 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 43,468 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 40,529 miles

rear tyres worn

Pass 8 Jul 2016 38,029 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 35,909 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 33,093 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,826 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 26,395 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

parking brake uneven effort

Pass 2 Jun 2011 21,301 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 18,571 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 13,815 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 10,151 miles

vehicle presenter be aware n/s/f n/s/r o/s/r outer tyre walls have cuts and abrasions due to kerbing

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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L222 KJL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L222 KJL, 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 L222 KJL registered?

L222 KJL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is L222 KJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L222 KJL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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