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SK05 OZU

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,839 mi
Last recorded68,839 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 OZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 68,839 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 68,612 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 68,597 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 68,364 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 68,235 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 67,846 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 67,339 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 67,268 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 66,237 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 65,311 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 64,117 miles

Slight oil leak at engine area O/S

Slight play in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 18 Feb 2016 62,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 59,940 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,363 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 54,466 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 51,052 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 47,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 1,500 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 38,311 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 38,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 34,125 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 34,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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SK05 OZU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SK05 OZU, 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 SK05 OZU?

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What year was SK05 OZU registered?

SK05 OZU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is SK05 OZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK05 OZU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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