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PH55 SLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,246 mi
Last recorded37,246 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPH55 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 37,246 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 37,004 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 36,733 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 36,258 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 35,561 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 35,330 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 34,710 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 34,074 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 34,065 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 33,135 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 31,852 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 30,583 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 27,667 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 24,679 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 22,485 miles

ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES ARE AT 3mm.

Pass 18 Nov 2011 19,090 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 16,207 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 12,025 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 7,129 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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PH55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PH55 SLK, 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 PH55 SLK registered?

PH55 SLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is PH55 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PH55 SLK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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