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PW54 KDW

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,358 mi
Last recorded59,358 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPW54 KDW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 59,358 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 59,213 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 59,189 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2024 59,032 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 58,674 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 58,370 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 58,370 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 May 2021 58,216 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 57,856 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 57,081 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 55,527 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 54,062 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 52,753 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 51,127 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 48,246 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/s/f tyre has cut in tread but not deep enough to expose cords

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres perishing

eml on

Fail 27 Sep 2013 48,246 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/s/f tyre has cut in tread but not deep enough to expose cords

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres perishing

eml on

Pass 27 Sep 2012 42,433 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 36,617 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,630 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,368 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 19,508 miles

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)

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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PW54 KDW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PW54 KDW, 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 PW54 KDW registered?

PW54 KDW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is PW54 KDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PW54 KDW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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