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SP05 CXW

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

92,193 mi
Last recorded92,193 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 CXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 92,193 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 83,401 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 83,330 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 77,703 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 72,239 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 72,208 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 72,208 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed with corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 70,273 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective x2 (6.1.2 (a))

under-trays fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2019 63,448 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 60,539 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also bold inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm perished and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also bold inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Floor strengthening bar bent

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear subframe both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 57,299 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 55,495 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 51,334 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 45,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Feb 2015 45,619 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 37,195 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 34,697 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 32,476 miles

o/s stabiliser bar has slight damage

Fail 22 Feb 2012 32,476 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s stabiliser bar has slight damage

Pass 23 Feb 2011 29,225 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 29,225 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 24,563 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 19,303 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 14,817 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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SP05 CXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP05 CXW, 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.

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What year was SP05 CXW registered?

SP05 CXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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