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LK55 OWM

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

101,540 mi
Last recorded101,540 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 OWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 101,540 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 101,419 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 100,930 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 99,790 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 99,496 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 99,188 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 99,023 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 98,565 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 96,274 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 93,409 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 91,053 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 87,225 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 77,636 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 71,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2011 62,012 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 50,305 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 50,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 37,595 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 28,545 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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LK55 OWM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LK55 OWM, 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 LK55 OWM registered?

LK55 OWM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is LK55 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK55 OWM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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