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NX05 WJV

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

75,930 mi
Last recorded75,930 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 WJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 75,930 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 75,926 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 71,276 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 66,414 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 61,325 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 56,059 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 55,424 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 52,851 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 49,800 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 49,800 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 46,916 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 43,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 40,668 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 36,737 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 33,527 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 29,802 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 29,802 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 28,288 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 24,397 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 20,626 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 17,158 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 13,943 miles

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

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

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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NX05 WJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc 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 NX05 WJV, 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 NX05 WJV?

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What year was NX05 WJV registered?

NX05 WJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is NX05 WJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX05 WJV 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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