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LX05 ODC

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,859 mi
Last recorded41,859 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ODC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 41,859 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 41,808 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 41,554 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 39,939 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 37,393 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 34,151 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 29,323 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 28,764 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2018 28,764 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 28,569 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 28,221 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 24,621 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,608 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 22,189 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,595 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 18,595 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 16,747 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 15,376 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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LX05 ODC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX05 ODC, 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

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What year was LX05 ODC registered?

LX05 ODC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is LX05 ODC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 ODC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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