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MW05 DEU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,641 mi
Last recorded18,641 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 DEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 18,641 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 18,601 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 18,601 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 18,600 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge of front disks have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to inner sidewall due to being stood (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 18,578 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 18,564 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 18,475 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 18,399 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted on inner face of front disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 18,292 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 18,161 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 18,064 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 17,680 miles

Offside Front Tyre sidewall (inner) has a split

Pass 3 Nov 2014 17,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 16,147 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 15,577 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 14,596 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 13,448 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 12,231 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 10,372 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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MW05 DEU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 MW05 DEU, 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 MW05 DEU?

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What year was MW05 DEU registered?

MW05 DEU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is MW05 DEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 DEU 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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