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LS05 UHK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,715 mi
Last recorded50,715 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 UHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 50,715 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 50,528 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 50,034 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 49,020 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 48,508 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 48,501 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 48,015 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 45,548 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 41,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 38,886 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 36,758 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2016 34,145 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 31,696 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 31,696 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 29,374 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 26,996 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 26,958 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 25,281 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 23,405 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 21,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,971 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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LS05 UHK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LS05 UHK, 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 LS05 UHK?

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What year was LS05 UHK registered?

LS05 UHK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is LS05 UHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 UHK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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