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OV05 NXE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

126,073 mi
Last recorded126,073 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 NXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 126,073 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 118,073 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 110,726 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 103,467 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2022 94,646 miles

Extensive under trays not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Jun 2021 87,716 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 80,978 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 74,863 miles

Extensive under trays not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 May 2018 69,830 miles

Extensive under trays not allowing full inspection

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 64,427 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 64,427 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2016 58,843 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 8 Jun 2015 53,905 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 53,716 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,674 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 43,538 miles

front brake pads low 2/3000 miles max

Fail 15 May 2013 43,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads low 2/3000 miles max

Pass 23 May 2012 38,515 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)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2011 33,193 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 27,276 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 22,031 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 15,923 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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OV05 NXE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc 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 OV05 NXE, 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 OV05 NXE registered?

OV05 NXE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is OV05 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 NXE 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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