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RA05 BCU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,457 mi
Last recorded20,457 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 BCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 20,457 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 18,948 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2024 18,947 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 16,718 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 16,718 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 14,687 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 12,620 miles

Both Sides Sills Cover, Engine Undertray & Undersides covers fitted.

Pass 17 Aug 2020 10,138 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 10,045 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 9,953 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 9,829 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 9,701 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 9,623 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 9,471 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 9,167 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 8,594 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 8,168 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 7,539 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 6,301 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 6,301 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 5,055 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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RA05 BCU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 RA05 BCU, 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 RA05 BCU registered?

RA05 BCU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is RA05 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 BCU 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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