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LN55 OWV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,517 mi
Last recorded73,517 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 OWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 73,517 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 72,881 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 71,964 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 70,402 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 69,286 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 68,342 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 67,920 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 67,439 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 67,074 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 67,074 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 66,374 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 64,511 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 60,600 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 56,152 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 52,711 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 43,894 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 38,408 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 38,408 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 31,478 miles

Front discs slightly worn

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Sep 2008 22,778 miles

os/front tyre worn on inner edge

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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LN55 OWV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LN55 OWV, 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 LN55 OWV?

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What year was LN55 OWV registered?

LN55 OWV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is LN55 OWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 OWV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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