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RN55 ZLX

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

65,340 mi
Last recorded65,340 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 ZLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 65,340 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 63,909 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 61,033 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 57,965 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 54,627 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2021 54,626 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 52,294 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 52,294 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 47,168 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 39,193 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 36,807 miles

both rear tyre valves perished

near side front tyre valve perished

Pass 17 Nov 2016 35,754 miles

Rear Exhaust hangers are slightly corroded but secure

Pass 25 Nov 2015 34,514 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 33,772 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 32,507 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2012 30,957 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 28,941 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 19 Nov 2010 25,433 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2009 21,363 miles

Both front tyres worn low on inner edges

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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RN55 ZLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RN55 ZLX, 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

How do I check the history of RN55 ZLX?

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What year was RN55 ZLX registered?

RN55 ZLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is RN55 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN55 ZLX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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