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RL05 VAE

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

89,439 mi
Last recorded89,439 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 VAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 89,439 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 88,012 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 85,915 miles

Corrosion to exhaust system & clamps

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

Rear brake hoses starting to crack & perish

Pass 16 Mar 2022 81,299 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 80,065 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 78,614 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 76,294 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 73,853 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 73,853 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 71,295 miles

EML on dash

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 67,468 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 62,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 58,832 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 54,323 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 48,822 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 43,575 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 39,163 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 32,775 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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RL05 VAE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RL05 VAE, 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 RL05 VAE registered?

RL05 VAE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is RL05 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL05 VAE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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