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LJ05 TVZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

59,522 mi
Last recorded59,522 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 TVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 59,522 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 59,400 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 59,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 58,747 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 58,745 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 58,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged on sidewall

Pass 28 May 2021 57,089 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2021 57,073 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 55,906 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 54,537 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 54,536 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 52,389 miles

windscreen cracked

Pass 27 Jun 2017 50,577 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 48,120 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 45,624 miles

Nearside rear wheel rim protector damaged

Pass 28 Jun 2014 43,682 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 38,622 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 31,143 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 29,720 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 16,134 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 7,218 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 5,238 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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LJ05 TVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc 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 LJ05 TVZ, 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 LJ05 TVZ?

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What year was LJ05 TVZ registered?

LJ05 TVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is LJ05 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 TVZ 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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