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L27 HJC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,560 mi
Last recorded71,560 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL27 HJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 71,560 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 70,655 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 70,643 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 69,626 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 67,986 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 66,082 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 64,089 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 64,089 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 63,883 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 63,574 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES BALD ON INNER EDGES

Pass 6 Dec 2017 632,772 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 62,971 miles

both n/s o/s front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Dec 2015 62,253 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 61,467 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 60,421 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 56,188 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 56,188 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 48,206 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 38,206 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 29,290 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 21,377 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 9,980 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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L27 HJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc 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 L27 HJC, 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 L27 HJC registered?

L27 HJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is L27 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L27 HJC 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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