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LA54 VSG

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

103,300 mi
Last recorded103,300 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 VSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 103,300 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 97,953 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 95,982 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 93,000 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 88,852 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 84,029 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 80,059 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 70,915 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 61,459 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 52,714 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 49,428 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 47,151 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 44,851 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 44,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 44,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 4 Jun 2013 44,448 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Dec 2010 37,363 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)

neareside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

nearside front tyre has cut on outer wall

Pass 15 Jan 2010 30,993 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 30,992 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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LA54 VSG 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 84.2%.

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 LA54 VSG, 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 LA54 VSG registered?

LA54 VSG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is LA54 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA54 VSG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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