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MV55 FVN

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

62,819 mi
Last recorded62,819 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 FVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 62,819 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 62,136 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 61,539 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 60,999 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 60,296 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 59,789 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 58,860 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 57,712 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 56,288 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 55,137 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 53,852 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 53,538 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 51,446 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 49,692 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 47,743 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 45,362 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 45,362 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 43,095 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 41,462 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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MV55 FVN 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 MV55 FVN, 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 MV55 FVN?

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What year was MV55 FVN registered?

MV55 FVN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is MV55 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 FVN 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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