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PE05 EBX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,566 mi
Last recorded48,566 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 EBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 48,566 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 44,370 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 44,370 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 35,213 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 30,621 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 30,605 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 28,368 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 26,399 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 25,918 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 24,858 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 23,811 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 22,598 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,189 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 19,795 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 19,103 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 17,934 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 16,858 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 15,995 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 14,997 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 13,971 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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PE05 EBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc 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 PE05 EBX, 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 PE05 EBX registered?

PE05 EBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is PE05 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE05 EBX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE05 EBX have outstanding finance?

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