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OY55 PWZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,998 mi
Last recorded88,998 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 PWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 88,998 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 87,270 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 85,781 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 84,423 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

rear brake discs worn.

Pass 20 Sep 2021 81,926 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear brake pads & discs slightly worn

Pass 21 Sep 2020 78,162 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

rear brake pads worn & rear discs worn

Pass 20 Sep 2019 72,795 miles

front number plate

light switch worn and could cause issue with lights

Pass 18 Sep 2018 70,415 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 67,616 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 64,638 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 61,281 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 58,333 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 58,130 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 58,130 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 57,831 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 57,262 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 57,262 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 56,593 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 54,470 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 48,197 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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OY55 PWZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OY55 PWZ, 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 OY55 PWZ registered?

OY55 PWZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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