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SP55 HPZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,507 mi
Last recorded60,507 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 HPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 60,507 miles
Pass 5 May 2025 59,820 miles
Pass 6 May 2024 59,117 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 58,757 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 56,903 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 54,830 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 53,536 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 53,536 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 50,899 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,650 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 42,995 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 40,939 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 38,511 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyre depths low

Pass 18 Nov 2013 36,126 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 32,003 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 29,045 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 24,161 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 24,161 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 21,324 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 18 Nov 2008 16,700 miles

Nearside front fog light lens cracked.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 16,700 miles

Nearside front fog light lens cracked.

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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SP55 HPZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP55 HPZ, 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 SP55 HPZ registered?

SP55 HPZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is SP55 HPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 HPZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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