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PN55 BXJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

91,331 mi
Last recorded91,331 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 BXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 91,331 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 89,582 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 11 Feb 2025 89,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50 R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 87,750 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 84,685 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 78,890 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 78,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Cross Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 19 Oct 2021 78,712 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 76,067 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 76,063 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2019 73,873 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (rear) ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

both rear brake hoses starting to perish

chips to windscreen

n/s rear tyre 3m

Pass 8 Nov 2018 71,195 miles

Front BOTH FRONT DIP PATTERNS STARTING TO FADE

Fail 7 Nov 2018 71,195 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn BOTTOM SWIVEL HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front BOTH FRONT DIP PATTERNS STARTING TO FADE

Pass 4 Oct 2017 67,466 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 62,590 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 58,352 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 58,263 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sub frame rusted (6.1.B.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 56,324 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 52,575 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 45,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 45,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 38,951 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 33,653 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 27,504 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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PN55 BXJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN55 BXJ, 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 PN55 BXJ registered?

PN55 BXJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is PN55 BXJ safe to buy?

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