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SJ05 APY

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

43,666 mi
Last recorded43,666 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 APY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 43,666 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 42,867 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 41,782 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 40,981 miles

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 31 Mar 2022 39,643 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 2 Dec 2020 37,430 miles

Offside Front tyre on 3mm

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 4 Dec 2019 36,336 miles

Nearside Front one washer jet not working

Offside Front one washer jet not working

Offside Front tyre down to 3mm

Offside Front tyre worn on inner tread pattern

Offside Rear tyre down to 3mm

Pass 10 Nov 2018 35,179 miles

Nearside Front only one washer jet working

Offside Front only one washer jet working

Offside Front tyre down to 3mm

Offside Rear tyre down to 3mm

Pass 7 Dec 2017 34,216 miles

both front tyres 3mm on inner tread

both front wiper blades smearing

offside rear tyre on 2.5 mm 205 55 R16

Pass 6 Dec 2016 33,520 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 31,377 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 30,205 miles

nearside rear tyre down to 3mm

Pass 4 Dec 2012 29,369 miles

nearside rear tyre down to 3mm inner tread pattern

very slight movement nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 23 Nov 2011 28,333 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 28,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 27,413 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 25,911 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 24,744 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 24,744 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SJ05 APY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 1,998cc 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 SJ05 APY, 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 SJ05 APY?

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What year was SJ05 APY registered?

SJ05 APY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is SJ05 APY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 APY 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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