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LK54 OCN

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,764 mi
Last recorded15,764 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 OCN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 15,764 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 15,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 15,653 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 15,643 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 15,630 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 15,475 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 15,233 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 15,233 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 15,226 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 15,114 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 14,775 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 14,494 miles

Front both tyrs cracked

Pass 23 Aug 2016 14,059 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,587 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 13,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 12,433 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,433 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 11,643 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 10,334 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 9,858 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 9,182 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 8,152 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 6,081 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 4,770 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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LK54 OCN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LK54 OCN, 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 LK54 OCN registered?

LK54 OCN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is LK54 OCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK54 OCN shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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