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OV55 UVZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

94,977 mi
Last recorded94,977 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 UVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 94,977 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 91,520 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 87,943 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 83,211 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 83,201 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure clamp sleeve corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure clamp sleeve corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 82,873 miles

exhaust rear joint clamps corroding

Pass 6 May 2021 82,218 miles

all four brake disc's rusty

Fail 1 May 2021 82,207 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

all four brake disc's rusty

Pass 15 May 2019 81,887 miles

rear exhaust clamps corroding

Pass 30 Apr 2018 81,182 miles

Offside Front tyre cut in tread

Pass 6 Apr 2017 80,408 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 79,434 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 77,533 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 77,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 75,007 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside front tyre has side wall damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2013 70,952 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 62,938 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 53,730 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 42,535 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 37,704 miles

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

drivers door dented

front wipers worn

oil level low

Pass 26 Nov 2008 37,704 miles

drivers door dented

front wipers worn

oil level low

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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OV55 UVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OV55 UVZ, 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 OV55 UVZ registered?

OV55 UVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is OV55 UVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 UVZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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