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RK05 DKL

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

82,901 mi
Last recorded82,901 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 DKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 82,901 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 80,145 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 79,724 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2024 79,723 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inner

Pass 27 Jan 2023 79,225 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly damaged long front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner

Pass 15 Feb 2022 78,308 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner

under covers fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 11 Feb 2022 78,283 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

both front tyres worn on inner

under covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 15 Feb 2021 76,299 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 75,006 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play CAMBER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CAMBER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CAMBER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CASTOR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 73,781 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 71,313 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 71,312 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2017 67,461 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

underbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

Pass 11 Apr 2016 59,487 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 58,419 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 55,288 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 52,141 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 51,270 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 49,578 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 47,426 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 42,996 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 32,973 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 32,972 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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RK05 DKL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RK05 DKL, 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 RK05 DKL registered?

RK05 DKL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is RK05 DKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 DKL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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