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OV05 XTE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

6,478 mi
Last recorded6,478 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 6,478 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 6,465 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 6,318 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 6,206 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 6,167 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 6,103 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 6,066 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 5,887 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 5,887 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 5,759 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 5,409 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 4 Aug 2015 5,292 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 6 Jun 2014 5,182 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 4,913 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 4,763 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 4,635 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 4,459 miles

Slight Judder from rear brakes, Discs corroding inner face.

Fail 9 Sep 2009 4,459 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight Judder from rear brakes, Discs corroding inner face.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,874 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 XTE 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 89.5%.

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 XTE, 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 OV05 XTE registered?

OV05 XTE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is OV05 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 XTE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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