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LB05 DWP

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,562 mi
Last recorded70,562 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 DWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 70,562 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 69,465 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 68,780 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 67,477 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 66,088 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 65,266 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 64,658 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 63,320 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 61,856 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 60,503 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 59,203 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 57,918 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 54,552 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 51,044 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 47,492 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 43,329 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 39,672 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 36,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 31,812 miles

rear exhaust system cracked, recommend replacing

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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LB05 DWP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB05 DWP, 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 LB05 DWP registered?

LB05 DWP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is LB05 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 DWP shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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