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NT52 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

92,063 mi
Last recorded92,063 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT52 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 92,063 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 80,371 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 80,371 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 70,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 66,151 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 61,307 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 57,371 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 54,861 miles

unable to fully inspect rear springs

Fail 1 Jul 2020 54,858 miles

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

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

unable to fully inspect rear springs

Pass 3 Sep 2019 53,559 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 53,540 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 45,660 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 40,541 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 34,365 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 24,387 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 19,946 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 14,606 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 12,082 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 10,525 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,953 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 7,735 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 6,148 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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NT52 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NT52 SLK, 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.

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What year was NT52 SLK registered?

NT52 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is NT52 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NT52 SLK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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